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LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON MISSISSIPPI SYNAGOGUE ARSON ATTACK

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries issued the following statement: I am horrified by the arson attack on the only synagogue in Jackson, Mississippi. Beth Israel Congregation has a distinguished history of fighting for the civil and human rights of all communities, and previously had been targeted in a bombing by the Ku Klux Klan.  […]

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LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON PROTESTS IN IRAN

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries issued the following statement: Millions of people across Iran are displaying tremendous bravery in the face of decades of oppression and dictatorial rule. The world is watching in awe as they lead an honorable fight for freedom, dignity and self-determination. I stand with the courageous protestors who are under […]

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LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON RETIREMENT ANNOUNCEMENT OF JULIA BROWNLEY

Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement after Julia Brownley announced she would not seek another term in the House of Representatives: Congresswoman Julia Brownley is a principled public servant and an incredible advocate for the communities that she so ably represents in Ventura and Los Angeles counties. From her local school board […]

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LEADER JEFFRIES ON CNN: “WE’RE CALLING ON JOHN THUNE TO BRING THE BILL UP FOR A VOTE IMMEDIATELY”

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on CNN’s The Situation Room, where he made clear that Democrats are demanding that Senate Republicans bring Democrats’ House-passed extension of the ACA tax credits and will continue to push back on Donald Trump and Republicans’ corruption.  WOLF BLITZER: Leader Jeffries, thanks so much for being with us. This […]

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LEADER JEFFRIES ON MS NOW: “WE’RE DEMANDING THAT JOHN THUNE BRING IT TO A VOTE NEXT WEEK”

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on MS NOW’s All In, where he made clear that because of the leadership of House Democrats, the House passed legislation to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits that Republicans let expire on January 1 and that Senate Republicans must follow our lead and vote to lower […]

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LEADER JEFFRIES: “THE PEOPLE’S HOUSE HAS JUST DELIVERED A DECISIVE VICTORY FOR THE AMERICAN PEOPLE”

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference with Democratic Whip Katherine Clark and Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar, where he emphasized that Democrats successfully passed an extension of the ACA tax credits and that Senate Republicans must work with Democrats to protect the healthcare of the American people. LEADER JEFFRIES: The People’s House has […]

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JOINT DEMOCRATIC LEADERSHIP STATEMENT ON PASSAGE OF THE AFFORDABLE CARE ACT TAX CREDIT EXTENSION

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark and Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar issued the following statement: Today is a historic day. House Democrats, alongside 17 of our Republican colleagues, successfully passed legislation to restore the Affordable Care Act tax credits and prevent millions of people from losing their healthcare. Donald Trump […]

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LEADER JEFFRIES ON HOUSE FLOOR: “VOTE YES ON EXTENDING THE AFFORDABLE CARE ACT TAX CREDITS”

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries spoke on the House Floor, where he emphasized that Democrats are following through on their commitment to protect healthcare and urged a yes vote on extending the expired Affordable Care Act tax credits for three years. LEADER JEFFRIES: I rise today, Mr. Speaker, in strong support of this bipartisan effort […]

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LEADER JEFFRIES: “TODAY, HOUSE DEMOCRATS WILL ADVANCE LEGISLATION TO EXTEND THE ACA TAX CREDITS”

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference with Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer, where they made clear that while Donald Trump and Republicans do nothing to lower the high cost of living, Democrats have successfully forced an up-or-down vote to restore the Affordable Care Act tax credits and lower healthcare costs. LEADER […]

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LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON RETIREMENT ANNOUNCEMENT OF STENY HOYER

Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement after Steny Hoyer announced he would not seek another term in the House of Representatives: Congressman Steny Hoyer’s legendary career has been defined by his principled leadership, unmatched dedication to public service and commitment to the People’s House as a critical instrument of democracy. Throughout more […]