A group of Democrat congresswomen, including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC), Lauren Underwood, Katherine Clark, Judy Chu, Jasmine Crockett, and Susie Lee, have sparked widespread mockery after posting what is being dubbed “the cringiest video of the year.”
The video, which appears to imitate a character selection screen from either Marvel’s Avengers or a Street Fighter-style game, was met with immediate backlash online, with many questioning the purpose behind the stunt.
Critics were quick to slam the lawmakers, pointing to their recent actions in Congress, including voting against measures to protect women’s sports and failing to support legislation like the Take It Down Act, which combats non-consensual intimate imagery, and the Laken Riley Act.
Social media users mocked the video as “Mortal Kombat Cringe,” with some suggesting that these performative stunts contribute to their party’s struggles in elections and decline. Others noted that Democrat lawmakers are now hosting town halls in Republican districts after their protest tactics backfired. While some found humour in the attempt, the overwhelming response suggested the video was out of touch and inauthentic.
Critics argue that instead of making viral videos, the politicians should focus on addressing the pressing concerns of their constituents.
One user summed up the sentiment:
So the five things they did this week are:
1. Vote against Women keeping men in sports.
2. Not clap for the “Take it Down Act” that protects NCII Victims.
3. Not clap for the Laken Riley Act.
4. Not clap for a 13 year child fighting brain cancer.
5. Make stupid dance videos.
🔥🚨BREAKING: Female Democrat politicians uploaded what is being called ‘the cringiest video of the year’ in this video Congresswoman AOC, Lauren Underwood, Katherine Clark, Judy Chu, Jasmine Crockett, and Susie Lee can be seen imitating what appears to be Marvel Avengers or… pic.twitter.com/I7JAwIY9Q5
— Dom Lucre | Breaker of Narratives (@dom_lucre) March 6, 2025
A perfect advert for men in womens sports.
These goofy idiots are the type that believe women are equal to mens physical abilities.
Light weight and delusional in all departments.