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 […]

Washington, DC – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: Mike Turner is a serious, thoughtful and highly-principled leader, whose work as Chair of the House Intelligence Committee has been extremely impactful. Throughout his time in the House of Representatives, Chairman Turner has upheld his oath to support and defend the Constitution against […]

Washington, DC – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference where he expressed support for the ceasefire deal facilitated by President Joe Biden and emphasized that House Democrats are committed to delivering disaster assistance to Californians without partisan gamesmanship.  LEADER JEFFRIES: I first want to begin by continuing to express our thoughts and prayers […]

Washington, DC – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: For more than a year, since Hamas brutally attacked Israel on October 7, Hamas terrorists have mercilessly held American and Israeli hostages captive in Gaza. This long-overdue agreement will secure the release of many of those hostages, set the stage for others to […]

Washington, DC – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries joined MSNBC All In with Chris Hayes to emphasize that Democrats will continue to protect children and families from extreme right-wing priorities and find bipartisan common ground whenever possible to make life better for everyday Americans.  HAYES: I’m joined now by Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Democrat from New […]

Washington, DC – Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement via Bluesky: CLICK HERE TO VIEW ON BLUESKY