Rep. Pete Aguilar, a top House Democrat, has questioned whether Congress should investigate Rep. Jasmine Crockett's hiring of a convicted criminal for her taxpayer-funded security detail, according to Fox News reporting.

The controversy centers around Crockett's security arrangements and the background of personnel hired for her protection detail. Details about the specific criminal conviction or the circumstances surrounding the hiring have not been fully disclosed.

The security guard in question was reportedly killed during a SWAT standoff, though the timeline and circumstances of this incident remain unclear from available reporting.

Separately, Sen. Rick Scott made comments about funding policies related to criminal justice, calling opposition to funding those who "want to get rid of criminals" as "the craziest idea ever," though the direct connection to the Crockett matter is not established.

The incident raises broader questions about vetting procedures for congressional security personnel and oversight of taxpayer-funded protection services for members of Congress. House leadership has not announced whether a formal investigation will proceed.