Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries and House Democrats held a press event to make clear that as opposed to their Republican colleagues, Democrats are in Washington and ready to work to find a bipartisan deal to avoid a government shutdown and save the healthcare of the American people. Leader Jeffries: It’s a high honor and a […]
Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on MSNBC’s The Last Word where he emphasize that despite the unacceptable bigotry coming from the White House, Democrats will continue to stand firm in support of the healthcare of the American people as Republicans march us toward a government shutdown. LAWRENCE O’DONNELL: Thank you very much for joining […]
Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on CNN’s Anderson Cooper 360 to make clear that Democrats will continue to work for a bipartisan spending agreement that protects the healthcare of the American people. JOHN BERMAN: Leader, thank you so much for being with us. You walked out of that meeting just a couple hours […]
Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a media availability where he made clear that with only four days until a government shutdown, Donald Trump and Republicans are out of town, marching the country toward a government shutdown and worsening the healthcare crisis they created. LEADER JEFFRIES: We’re four days away from a government shutdown. Democrats […]
Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: “I condemn the hateful and vile threats made against Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal. These dangerous comments calling for her execution are unconscionable. Arizona legislators must hold this unhinged elected official accountable for contributing to an unsafe environment and risking bodily harm to a sitting Member of Congress. […]
Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: I am shocked and dismayed at the unfolding tragedy at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc. My heartfelt prayers and condolences are extended to the victims, families, congregants and community. The level of high profile violence in America this year […]
Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on ABC’s This Week, making clear that Democrats will continue to push back against Republican efforts to shut down the government and gut the healthcare of the American people. MARTHA RADDATZ: I’m joined now in studio by House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. Good to see you, Leader Jeffries. We […]
Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on MSNBC’s Alex Witt Reports, emphasizing that Democrats will continue to fight to save the healthcare of the American people while Trump and congressional Republicans engage in dangerous corruption and recklessly march us toward a government shutdown. ALEX WITT: Joining me right now we have House Democratic Minority […]
Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on CNN’s The Source with Kaitlan Collins, where he emphasized that Republicans are to blame for the pending government shutdown and that Democrats are fighting hard to save the healthcare of the American people. KAITLAN COLLINS: My congressional source tonight is the leader of Democrats in the House, […]
Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: The indictment of James Comey is a disgraceful attack on the rule of law. Donald Trump and his sycophants in the Department of Justice are completely and totally out of control, and have viciously weaponized the criminal justice system against their perceived adversaries. The malicious prosecution […]