Bridgetown, Barbados – Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: “Today, our bipartisan Congressional delegation arrived in Barbados. While in country, we will meet with government officials and regional experts to discuss ways to advance our respective security, economic and climate goals. Our delegation will also commemorate the 58th anniversary of Barbados’ independence and […]

The President and Vice President of the United States will be sworn into office on Monday, January 20, 2025, during a ceremony on the west front of the U.S. Capitol. For more information regarding the upcoming 60th Presidential Inauguration, planned and organized by the Joint Congressional Committee on inaugural Ceremonies (JCCIC), please refer to inaugural.senate.gov. Tickets […]

Washington, DC – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference where he highlighted that while Democrats remain willing to work across the aisle to solve problems for hardworking American taxpayers, House Republicans are pushing their extreme agenda that restricts freedom and hurts the American people. LEADER JEFFRIES: You know, from the very beginning of […]

Brooklyn, NY — Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement upon the Senate’s passage of the critical national security package: Congratulations to Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer, Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and members of the Senate on swift passage of bipartisan legislation important to America’s national security interests. Led by Chuck Schumer, highly […]

The security situation in Haiti is unpredictable and dangerous. The humanitarian catastrophe unfolding represents both a human rights emergency for people in Haiti and a pressing threat to security and stability across the Western Hemisphere. The U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince, Haiti has issued a Security Alert for U.S. citizens currently in Haiti.  Do not make […]

Washington, DC — Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement upon the conclusion of Black History Month. Black History Month is a time to reflect on the rich and resilient history of African-Americans in our country. Today, more than ever, in the face of book bans and curriculum challenges, it is imperative that […]

Washington, DC – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement:  House Democrats look forward to passing bipartisan national security legislation that strongly supports Israel, continues our commitment to Ukraine and provides urgent humanitarian assistance to Palestinian civilians. We just need our Republican colleagues to stop playing dangerous political games and join us. ###