Boston, MA – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement:

Donald Trump and House Republicans promised to stand up for working class Americans. They lied. Instead of lowering the high cost of living, Republicans are attacking everyday Americans and crashing the economy in real time. 

The freedom to negotiate, join a union and collectively bargain for a living wage is a central part of achieving the American dream for many in this country. We will defend at all times the right to organize. 

The late-night decision by Donald Trump to gut workers rights and union-bust makes clear that Republicans are hell bent on undermining the quality of life of working class Americans. As a direct result of the Republican assault on the federal workforce, tax refunds, veterans benefits and Social Security checks will be delayed or wrongfully halted. 

Republicans are driven by their intense desire to reward Elon Musk and their billionaire donors with a massive tax cut and then stick working class Americans with the bill. House Democrats will continue to stand with everyday Americans, including our hardworking government employees, and oppose the far-right extreme agenda in Congress and in the Courts.

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