Washington, DC — Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement upon the conclusion of Black History Month. Black History Month is a time to reflect on the rich and resilient history of African-Americans in our country. Today, more than ever, in the face of book bans and curriculum challenges, it is imperative that […]
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement in response to the new congressional map adopted by the New York State Legislature. “In 2022, the will of the people of New York State was undercut as a direct result of congressional lines that were drawn by an unelected, out-of-town Special […]
Brooklyn, NY – Statement from House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (NY-08) spokesperson Andy Eichar: “The map adopted by the Independent Redistricting Commission should be meticulously scrutinized by the New York State Legislature, particularly as it relates to compliance with provisions in the State Constitution designed to protect historically under-represented communities. There is reason to be […]
Munich, Germany – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries issued the following statement: I am deeply saddened and outraged to learn of the reported death of Alexei Navalny, a heroic figure in the epic struggle between freedom and tyranny throughout the world. Navalny was a patriotic figure, fierce critic of Vladimir Putin and courageous freedom fighter […]
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries issued the following statement: The most urgent national security threat facing the American people right now is the possibility that Congress abandons Ukraine and allows Vladimir Putin’s Russia to win. ###
WASHINGTON, DC – Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement on the result of New York’s 3rd Congressional District special election: Congratulations to Congressman-elect Tom Suozzi on his decisive victory in today’s special election, defeating the much-hyped Nassau County Republican machine and its handpicked candidate. Tom is the quintessential public servant who will return […]
Leesburg, VA – House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement after the Senate voted to advance consideration of the comprehensive national security supplemental: The strongly bipartisan and overwhelming Senate vote to consider comprehensive legislation that addresses America’s national security interests in the Middle East, Eastern Europe and the Indo-Pacific region is an important […]
Brooklyn, NY – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement. Under the leadership of President Biden, Democrats have delivered on our promise to make health care more affordable and accessible for American families. Today’s announcement means more than 21 million people will have high-quality, affordable health care in 2024, shattering all previous Open […]
LOS ANGELES, CA – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: For nearly 50 years, Roe v. Wade ensured that women in our country had the freedom to make their own reproductive health care decisions. In 2022, this fundamental right was stripped away by a radical, right-wing Supreme Court majority as part of […]
LOS ANGELES, CA – Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries issued the following statement to mark one year since the mass shooting in Monterey Park, California. One year ago today, 11 people were killed and nine more were injured in a senseless and horrific mass shooting at the Star Ballroom Dance Studio in Monterey Park, California, one of […]