Brooklyn, NY — Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: “My thoughts and prayers are with former President Donald Trump for a full and swift recovery. I am thankful for the decisive law enforcement response and that of our first responders. America is a democracy. Political violence of any kind is never acceptable.”
Washington, DC – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference where he highlighted that while House Republicans are taking orders from Trump and pushing his extreme MAGA agenda, House Democrats are laser-focused on lowering costs, defending reproductive freedom and protecting our democracy. LEADER JEFFRIES: Good afternoon, everyone. This week has once again made clear […]
Washington, D.C. – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries spoke on the House Floor in strong opposition to the extreme MAGA Republican bill that would unnecessarily increase voter disenfranchisement and distrust of our elections. JEFFRIES: Thank you to the distinguished gentleman, the Ranking Member of the House Administration Committee, for his tremendous leadership. I rise today in […]
Pittsburgh, PA – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: No one, including the twice-impeached former President, should be above the law. The Constitution is sacredly obligatory upon all. That’s what makes America special. Today’s Supreme Court decision to grant legal immunity to a former President for crimes committed using his official power […]
Hartford, CT – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on MSNBC’s The Weekend where he emphasized that House Democrats will continue to push back against Republican efforts to jam their extreme right-wing ideology down the throats of the American people. Michael Steele: Joining us now, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries. Leader, it’s a great pleasure to […]
Washington, DC – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: The Supreme Court decision overturning the Chevron doctrine and 40 years of foundational legal precedent is a judicial power grab that poses a direct threat to a broad range of critical protections that Americans depend on in their daily lives. From food safety and […]
Washington, DC – Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Whip Katherine Clark and Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar issued the following statement on Congressman Jamaal Bowman: From his first days in the Congress, Representative Jamaal Bowman has been a passionate and dedicated champion for everyday Americans, working hard to make a difference for historically disadvantaged communities. Never forgetting […]
Washington, DC – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference where he highlighted that while extreme MAGA Republicans continue to try to jam their right-wing ideology down the throats of the American people and play games with our national security, House Democrats will fight to deliver results for hardworking American taxpayers. LEADER JEFFRIES: Good afternoon, […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries joined members of the Pro-Choice Caucus to mark two years since the disastrous Supreme Court Decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. LEADER JEFFRIES: Good morning. Let me begin by thanking Representative Diana DeGette and Representative Barbara Lee, our extraordinary co-chairs of the Pro-Choice Caucus, for […]
Washington, DC – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: Today, the Supreme Court had the opportunity to make it clear, once and for all, that the EMTALA law protects access to emergency abortions in every state. The right-wing majority chose not to do so. As a result, the lives of women across […]