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 […]

Washington, DC – Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement via Threads: House Republicans are celebrating pardons issued to a bloodthirsty mob that violently assaulted police officers on January 6, 2021. What happened to backing the Blue? Far right extremists have become the party of lawlessness and disorder. Don’t ever lecture America […]

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement.  While Cecile Richards may have been born into public service, she affirmatively chose to follow her mother’s footsteps and dedicate her life’s work to the fight for freedom for all Americans.  As a labor organizer, Cecile helped countless service workers fight for the […]

Miami, FL – Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement:  Today, I am pleased to reappoint Congressman Jim Himes as the Ranking Member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. With several years of distinguished service on the Committee, Congressman Himes has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to America’s national security, while […]