TAMPA, FL — Reality TV personality Jasmine, known for her role on 90 Day Fiancé, ignited controversy this week after publicly aligning herself with the Tea Party during a live auction fundraiser hosted by the Hispanic Professional Women’s Association of Florida.
“I’m so proud to join the Tea Party and Live Auction Fundraiser,” Jasmine declared in a statement shared on social media. “Education changes everything. This fundraiser is dedicated to opening doors for Hispanic women because when one of us rises, we all do.”
The event, held in Tampa, aimed to raise scholarship funds for Hispanic women pursuing higher education. While Jasmine’s message of empowerment resonated with many attendees, her mention of the Tea Party—a political movement often criticized for its hardline stances on immigration and social welfare—sparked immediate debate across platforms.
Critics questioned the ideological alignment between the Tea Party and the goals of the Hispanic Professional Women’s Association, which has long advocated for inclusive policies and educational access. Others defended Jasmine’s participation, arguing that political diversity within advocacy spaces should be welcomed.
The association has not issued an official statement regarding Jasmine’s remarks. However, sources close to the organization confirmed that the fundraiser exceeded its financial goals, with over $50,000 pledged toward scholarship initiatives.
Jasmine, who has previously spoken about her own struggles with access to education, remains unapologetic. “I stand by my words,” she wrote in a follow-up post. “Empowerment doesn’t belong to one party—it belongs to all of us willing to fight for it.”
The debate continues to unfold under the hashtag #fblifestyle, where supporters and detractors alike are weighing in on what it means to advocate for change in politically charged spaces.