Skip to content
Press Release

LEADER JEFFRIES ON MORNING JOE: “TRUMP PROMISED THAT COSTS WOULD GO DOWN ON DAY ONE. YEAR ONE HAS PASSED. COSTS HAVEN’T GONE DOWN, THEY’VE GONE UP”

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on MS NOW’s Morning Joe, where he made clear that, one year into Donald Trump’s term, House Democrats will continue to hold the Trump administration accountable for the corruption and extremism they are unleashing on American communities and their failure to fulfill the promise of lowering the high […]

Press Release

LEADER JEFFRIES IN NEW YORK CITY ON MLK DAY: “MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. IS THE ONLY KING WE CELEBRATE”

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries spoke at celebrations of the life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Brooklyn and Harlem where he emphasized how House Democrats will continue to keep Dr. King’s work alive in the face of attacks from extremists. Zion Baptist Church’s MLK Day Celebration:LEADER JEFFRIES: Dr. King, […]

Press Release

LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF REV. CLINTON MILLER

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: I am deeply saddened by the passing of my dear friend and beloved community leader, Reverend Clinton Miller. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with the Miller family and the congregation of the historic Brown Memorial Baptist Church. We mourn with you during this incredibly […]

Press Release

LEADER JEFFRIES ON MS NOW: “WE NEED MASSIVE REFORM TO THE WAY IN WHICH ICE AND DHS ARE CURRENTLY CONDUCTING THEMSELVES”

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on MS NOW’s The Briefing, where he made clear that Democrats will continue to hold ICE, DHS and the Trump administration accountable for the extremism that they are unleashing on American communities. JEN PSAKI: Joining me now is House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries. Mike Johnson—I can’t, that clip. […]

Press Release

LEADER JEFFRIES: “EVERYDAY AMERICANS ARE SUFFERING UNDER THE OPPRESSIVE NATURE OF THE TRUMP-REPUBLICAN ECONOMY”

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference, where he emphasized that nearly a year since Donald Trump took office, prices are higher than ever and House Democrats will continue fighting to lower costs and make life better for everyday Americans. LEADER JEFFRIES: Approximately a year ago, Donald Trump was sworn in as the […]

Press Release

LEADER JEFFRIES: “THE ONLY PATH FORWARD IS FOR SENATE REPUBLICANS TO DO THE RIGHT THING BY THE AMERICAN PEOPLE AND PASS THE DAMN BILL”

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference, where he emphasized that House Democrats know the American people deserve better, which is why we took decisive action to restore the ACA tax credits and lower healthcare costs and are demanding that John Thune and Senate Republicans pass the bill now. Today, House Democratic […]

Press Release

LEADER JEFFRIES ANNOUNCES PARLIAMENTARIAN OF STEERING & POLICY COMMITTEE

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries announced the nomination of Congresswoman Sara Jacobs to serve as the Parliamentarian of the Steering and Policy Committee: Congresswoman Sara Jacobs is an active legislator, trusted colleague and team player. Her leadership is respected on matters of importance both foreign and domestic. As the Ranking Member of the House […]

Press Release

LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON MISSISSIPPI SYNAGOGUE ARSON ATTACK

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries issued the following statement: I am horrified by the arson attack on the only synagogue in Jackson, Mississippi. Beth Israel Congregation has a distinguished history of fighting for the civil and human rights of all communities, and previously had been targeted in a bombing by the Ku Klux Klan.  […]

Press Release

LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON PROTESTS IN IRAN

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries issued the following statement: Millions of people across Iran are displaying tremendous bravery in the face of decades of oppression and dictatorial rule. The world is watching in awe as they lead an honorable fight for freedom, dignity and self-determination. I stand with the courageous protestors who are under […]