Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference with Whip Katherine Clark, where they made clear that Democrats are the only ones committed to driving down the high cost of living and fixing the Republican healthcare crisis that is devastating everyday Americans across the country. LEADER JEFFRIES: In just two weeks, tens of millions […]

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries issued the following statement: I am horrified by the terrorist attack targeting the Jewish community of Australia celebrating the first night of Hanukkah. Jews should be free to practice their faith in public without fear of the deadly acts of antisemitic hate that are rising in shocking fashion. We […]

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference, where he reiterated that while Republicans continue their extreme go-it-alone approach, Democrats remain committed to lowering the high cost of living, cleaning up corruption and fixing the GOP healthcare crisis, starting with extending the ACA tax credits. LEADER JEFFRIES: There are only five legislative days left […]

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on CNN News Central, where he made clear that Democrats will continue to fight to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits and find bipartisan common ground where possible to make life better for everyday Americans. JOHN BERMAN: Alright, with us now is the House Democratic Leader, Hakeem Jeffries. […]

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries spoke on the House Floor in support of the Protect America’s Workforce Act, emphasizing that Republicans have failed to deliver on their promises to deliver for working class Americans and that Democrats are committed to protecting their right to negotiate. LEADER JEFFRIES: I rise today in strong support of the […]

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark and Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar issued the following statement: Donald Trump’s out-of-control behavior continues to put the health, safety and economic well-being of the American people at risk. At the same time, House Republicans have zero interest in holding this corrupt administration accountable. When […]

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on MS NOW’s Morning Joe, where he reiterated that while Donald Trump and Republicans claim the high cost of living is a hoax, Democrats will continue fighting to lower costs and fix the GOP healthcare and affordability crises. MIKA BRZEZINSKI: Joining us now, House Minority Leader, Democratic Congressman Hakeem […]

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference, where he reiterated that Democrats are committed to lowering the high cost of living across the country, starting with protecting Americans’ healthcare by extending the ACA tax credits. LEADER JEFFRIES: Donald Trump had the unmitigated gall yesterday to rate the economy an A+ five times over. […]

Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries announced the launch of a new House Democratic Commission on AI and the Innovation Economy that will convene throughout 2026. The commission will develop policy expertise in partnership with the innovation community, relevant stakeholders and committees of jurisdiction. Caucus Vice Chair Ted Lieu (CA-36), Rep. Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05) and Rep. […]

Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement after Congressman Lloyd Doggett announced he would not seek another term in the House of Representatives: Across his decades of distinguished public service, as a Texas State Senator, an Associate Justice on the Texas Supreme Court and a Member of Congress, Representative Lloyd Doggett has been […]