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LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON TERRORISTIC THREATS AGAINST HBCUs

Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: The violent threats made today against several Historically Black Colleges and Universities throughout the nation are despicable and yet another indication that the explosion of hateful extremism is out of control. We stand with the students, faculty and communities that have had their peace and safety […]

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LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON THE RECKLESS NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT

Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: Donald Trump and House Republicans are putting their unpopular, far-right extremism ahead of the national security of the American people. They have abandoned a historically bipartisan legislative process, choosing to deny Floor debate on any substantive Democratic amendments and undermine the role of Congress as a […]

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LEADER JEFFRIES: “UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL WE SUPPORT A PARTISAN REPUBLICAN SPENDING BILL”   

Yesterday, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries spoke on the House Floor to call for a Conference Committee on a spending agreement that meets the needs of the American people and make clear that House Democrats will not vote for legislation that harms the American people. LEADER JEFFRIES: From the very beginning of this Congress, Democrats have […]

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LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON DEATH OF CHARLIE KIRK

Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: I am shocked by the murder of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University. Political violence of any kind and against any individual is unacceptable and completely incompatible with American values. We pray for his family during this tragedy. ###

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LEADER JEFFRIES: “REPUBLICANS HAVE BROKEN OUR HEALTHCARE SYSTEM”

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference where he called out Donald Trump and House Republicans for failing to lower costs and affirmed that Democrats will not vote to rubber stamp the reckless, right-wing attack on everyday Americans. LEADER JEFFRIES: Democrats have made clear to the American people over the last several weeks […]

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LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON CONGRESSMAN-ELECT JAMES WALKINSHAW

Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement on the result of Virginia’s 11th Congressional District special election:  Congratulations to Congressman-elect James Walkinshaw on his decisive victory in today’s special election. James has dedicated his life to public service and will be a champion for the people of Northern Virginia in the People’s House. He […]

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LEADER JEFFRIES AND SENATOR MARKEY INTRODUCE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING HALF A CENTURY OF THE INDEPENDENCE OF THE REPUBLIC OF CABO VERDE

Today, Representative Hakeem Jeffries (NY-08), Democratic Leader of the House of Representatives and the most senior U.S. government official of Cabo Verdean ancestry, and Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) introduced a Congressional resolution recognizing half a century of the independence of the Republic of Cabo Verde and celebrating the contributions of Cabo Verdean Americans to democracy […]

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LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON SUPREME COURT DECISION GREENLIGHTING RACIAL PROFILING 

Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: Once again, the so-called Supreme Court conservative majority is working in the shadows to undermine the fundamental rights of American citizens. A corrupt group of Supreme Court justices, shamefully hiding behind a veil of anonymity, has sanctioned racial profiling in the United States. This is a […]

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LEADER JEFFRIES: “HOUSE DEMOCRATS WILL MAKE SURE THAT THE AMERICAN PEOPLE CONTINUE TO RECEIVE THE UNFILTERED TRUTH”

LEADER JEFFRIES: On January 6, 2021, a violent mob incited by Donald Trump viciously attacked the Capitol as part of an effort to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election and halt the peaceful transfer of power for the first time in American history. The mob brutally attacked and beat police officers, seriously injuring more […]

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LEADER JEFFRIES ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENTS TO NEW JANUARY 6TH SUBCOMMITTEE 

Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement announcing the Members who will serve on the new January 6th subcommittee of the House Judiciary Committee: On January 6, 2021, a violent mob attacked the United States Capitol as part of a concerted effort to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election and halt […]