Trump, Kirk And ¨Low IQ¨ Women

For real? Are they still using insults as a way to try to control a discussion? And are people still supporting individuals who use such language? How sad can this world get.

In this case, these powerful men, when they feel threatened, end up falling back on the same old insult: “low IQ.” Donald Trump and Charlie Kirk have both used this phrase when talking about strong Black women. These words are not accidents. They are chosen carefully. They are weapons meant to take away dignity, silence voices, and make people doubt the intelligence of women - of all races - who speak out.

Trump’s Use of “Low IQ”

Donald Trump has called several women “low IQ” over the years.

• Maxine Waters: Trump has repeatedly called Congresswoman Maxine Waters “low IQ.” He used the insult at rallies and in interviews. Instead of debating her ideas, he tried to reduce her to a stereotype.

• Jasmine Crockett: In 2025, Trump attacked Representative Jasmine Crockett. On national television, he called her “a very low IQ person.” Crockett, a bold and outspoken Black woman, did not back down. She fired back, saying Trump is terrified of smart Black women who tell the truth.

• Mika Brzezinski: Trump also called TV host Mika Brzezinski “low IQ Crazy Mika” in 2017. While she is not a woman of color, this shows his habit of using intelligence as a weapon against women who criticize him.

Charlie Kirk’s Comment

Charlie Kirk, a conservative commentator, used similar language. He said that Michelle Obama, Joy Reid, Sheila Jackson Lee, and Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson “do not have the brain processing power to be taken seriously.” These are some of the most accomplished women in America. By saying this, Kirk wasn’t making a real argument - he was leaning on an old racist and sexist idea that Black women cannot think for themselves.

The Deeper Meaning Behind These Insults

These comments are more than just mean words. They carry a history and purpose. Here are the key takeaways:

• Dehumanization: Labeling someone “low IQ” strips away their individuality. It reduces them to a single, negative stereotype, making it easier to justify discrimination and hostility.

• Historical Racism: The stereotype that Black people are less intelligent comes from false “scientific racism.” In the 19th and 20th centuries, people claimed differences in brain size proved Black inferiority. This was used to defend slavery and segregation. Even though science has debunked these lies, the ideas still live on in today’s rhetoric.

• Intersectionality: Black women face two battles at once: racism and sexism. Calling them “low IQ” is not just racist, but sexist too. It denies their authority and competence in areas long dominated by white men.

• Projection and Justification: Powerful men use these insults to excuse inequality. If women of color are painted as “less than,” then the challenges they face can be blamed on them rather than on systemic injustice.

• Authoritarianism and Social Dominance: Research shows people with authoritarian traits often use this kind of language. It reflects a belief that some groups are naturally superior and entitled to dominate others.

What These Insults Reveal

When Trump and Kirk call Black women “low IQ,” it is not about intelligence at all. It is about fear. These men fear women who are smart, bold, and unafraid to speak the truth. They fear women who challenge power and refuse to be silenced. By using these insults, they reveal their own weakness. The truth is simple: the louder these men shout “low IQ,” the clearer it becomes that they are terrified of the strength, brilliance, and courage of these incredible women.

Thanks for reading. Abrazos.

Diego Rojas