House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark and Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar released the following statement: Political violence has no place in America.  Representatives Jason Crow, Chris Deluzio, Maggie Goodlander and Chrissy Houlahan and Senators Mark Kelly and Elissa Slotkin all served our country with tremendous patriotism and distinction. We unequivocally condemn […]

The following statement is attributable to Leader Jeffries spokesperson Christie Stephenson:  Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick has proudly represented the people of Palm Beach and Broward Counties since 2022. Consistent with the United States Constitution, she is entitled to her day in court and the presumption of innocence. Pursuant to the Rules of the House Democratic Caucus, Congresswoman […]

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on MS NOW’s The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell, where he highlighted how Republicans have betrayed their promise to lower costs on day one while House Democrats continue to fight for a future where every American can afford to live a good life. LAWRENCE O’DONNELL: Leading off our […]

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference, where he emphasized that House Democrats know Americans deserve better then the extremism of the Trump administration and are laser focused on lowering costs, fixing the Republican healthcare crisis and fighting corruption, including with the release of the Epstein files. LEADER JEFFRIES: Next week, throughout America, […]

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on CNN’s The Source with Kaitlan Collins, where he made clear that Democrats will continue to focus on delivering results for the American people while Republicans continue to weaponize the government and engage in partisan political stunts. KAITLAN COLLINS: My source tonight is the Democratic Leader in the House, […]

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries announced today that the House Democratic Caucus has approved Adelita Grijalva to be appointed to the Committee on Education and the Workforce and the Committee on Natural Resources. “Today, I am honored to announce that the Democratic Caucus has approved Rep. Adelita Grijalva to be appointed to the House Committee […]

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on MS NOW’s Morning Joe, where he made clear that Democrats will continue to protect the American people from the Republican healthcare crisis and deliver the American people the truth and bring justice as it relates to the Epstein files. MIKA BRZEZINSKI: Joining us now, House Minority Leader, […]

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark and Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar released the following statement opposing H. Res. 878: ”Congressman Chuy García has been a progressive champion and voice for the voiceless in his community for decades, fighting to make life better for the least, the lost and the left behind […]

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference, where he emphasized that Republican policies are not serving everyday Americans and that Republicans have a responsibility to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits. LEADER JEFFRIES: The Affordable Care Act tax credits expire next month, and Republicans are out of excuses. Because of the Republican […]

Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: I am praying for the swift recovery of Officer Sharjeel Waris, who was injured in the line of duty after he rushed into action to prevent the loss of innocent lives. We owe it to our communities and our courageous law enforcement officials to take decisive […]