Rep. Jasmine Crockett issued a dramatic warning during an appearance on the Black Girls Politickin podcast, telling listeners, “If I go to sleep, democracy may very well die.”

The comment came as Crockett discussed balancing her duties in the House of Representatives with her campaign for the U.S. Senate in Texas. The clip quickly circulated on social media, with many questioning the over-the-top framing.

“I still have a full-time job I was elected to do, and I am still showing up every single day at work while also trying to make sure that Texans know that I am serious about earning their support,” Crockett said.

She added, “I have seen no sleep right now. But you know what? Democracy can’t wait. And if I go to sleep, democracy may very well die.”

The remark was part of a 24-minute interview in which Crockett discussed her Senate bid, electability, and what she described as threats to democracy. The podcast’s producer characterized the conversation as a discussion about “strategy, resilience, and building power unapologetically.”

Critics, however, argued that the statement reflects a broader trend of apocalyptic rhetoric in modern politics, portraying routine electoral competition as an existential crisis. While Crockett suggested her round-the-clock schedule is a safeguard for democratic survival, the U.S. Capitol remained standing Saturday, government operations continued, and the constitutional system appeared