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 spoke at a press conference, where he emphasized that as President Trump and Republicans continue to fail to make life better for the American people, House Democrats are committed to rooting out corruption and fighting for an affordable America. LEADER JEFFRIES: The affordability crisis in the United States of […]

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on ABC’s This Week with George Stephanopoulos, where he made clear that while Republicans have abandoned the American people, House Democrats will continue to fight hard for an affordable America. GEORGE STEPHANOPOULOS: We’re joined now by the House Democratic Leader, Hakeem Jeffries. Mr. Leader, thank you for coming […]

Yesterday, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries spoke to reporters following a roundtable in Denver with Assistant Democratic Leader Joe Neguse (CO-02), local elected officials and members of the Greater Metro Denver Ministerial Alliance about how House Democrats are united in the fight to make life better for everyday Americans and reverse the toxic policies of […]

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries issued the following statement: The career of Lonnie G. Bunch III has been defined by his work to tell the unvarnished truth of the story of America. The first African American to serve as Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, Dr. Bunch has dedicated his entire life to strengthening our […]

Yesterday, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries joined Rep. Steven Horsford (NV-04) and local labor leaders for a press avail, where he emphasized that House Democrats remain committed to standing up for the men and women of organized labor in the face of Donald Trump’s extreme attacks and destructive policies that are making life more expensive […]

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries issued the following statement upon the death of Gloria Steinem: Gloria Steinem was a trailblazing journalist, organizer and champion for equality whose far-reaching impact has forever changed America. Our nation is a better place today because of Gloria’s groundbreaking and unwavering efforts to increase the visibility of women in […]

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries issued the following statement: Our Jewish brothers and sisters deserve safety and security on campuses across the nation, and I continue to oppose the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions movement. Unfortunately, H.R. 4795 is a poorly-written Republican bill that does not achieve that goal. Instead, it would provide Donald Trump […]

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference, where he emphasized that while Donald Trump and Republicans continue to prioritize the interests of their wealthy donors, Democrats are committed to rooting out Republican corruption and lowering the cost of living for everyday Americans. LEADER JEFFRIES: Donald Trump promised to lower costs on day one, […]

Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Whip Katherine Clark and Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar released the following statement: “The decision by two of our colleagues to blindside the entire House Democratic Caucus and join with the Republican majority to pass a procedural rule on the brink of failing represents a significant breach of trust. It is […]