Dear Colleague: As we prepare to come back into session tomorrow, House Democrats will continue to push back against the far-right extremism that is being relentlessly unleashed on the American people. I write with an update on several urgent matters that we are working on for the country. First, I have made clear to House […]
Brooklyn, NY – Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Committee on House Administration Ranking Member Joe Morelle released the following joint statement: We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of United States Capitol Police Recruit Officer Christopher Katz. Our prayers are with his family and we will honor his memory when the House […]
Brooklyn, NY – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement. House Democrats have repeatedly made clear that we are ready to find bipartisan common ground in order to make life more affordable for the American people, particularly as it relates to driving down the high cost of living. But since the election, Republicans […]
Brooklyn, NY – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement. Last week, Republicans celebrated the pardoning of violent criminals who brutally assaulted police officers, many of whom have extensive criminal records that include rape and domestic violence. Today, their reckless and dangerous assault on American law enforcement continues with the gutting of the […]
Brooklyn, NY – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference with Congressional Black Caucus Chair Yvette D. Clarke and representatives from Citymeals, early childhood development centers and local violence interruption organizations to highlight how the Republican Rip Off steals taxpayer money from hardworking Americans to reward billionaire donors and wealthy corporations. LEADER JEFFRIES: The […]
Los Angeles, CA – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: As we await details on what caused the horrific collision last night at Washington National Airport, our prayers continue to be with the victims, their families and the first responders executing search and rescue operations. The nation is reeling from the deadliest […]
Dear Colleague: I write with respect to the illegal Trump administration order purporting to freeze federal taxpayer funds that have been lawfully appropriated by Congress. Republicans are ripping off hardworking Americans by stealing taxpayer dollars, grants and financial assistance as part of their corrupt scheme to pay off billionaire donors and wealthy corporations. The Republican […]
Brooklyn, NY — Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: I am appalled by the antisemitic vandalization of a beloved restaurant in Brooklyn. Antisemitism in any form is an affront to our values and has no place in New York City or throughout America. We stand with the owners as well as the […]
Washington, DC – At a press conference earlier today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries was asked about attacks on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. He responded as follows: “Diversity, equity and inclusion are American values. Perhaps I can explain. The motto of the United States of America is e pluribus unum. Out of many, one. That’s diversity. […]
Washington, DC – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference where he emphasized that House Democrats will continue to push back against Republican efforts to increase costs on everyday Americans through their extreme budget plan. LEADER JEFFRIES: Good morning, everyone. House Republicans can no longer hide their intentions from the American people. Their extreme […]