Jeffries states that Democrats will oppose GOP attempts to distort the events of January 6 at the Capitol.
Jeffries Prepares for Battle on January 6 Narratives House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) stated on Thursday that Democrats are gearing up to counter Republican efforts to downplay the January 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol. In the coming months, Jeffries mentioned that he will meet with Senator Jamie Raskin (D-Md.), a significant figure on […]
“I Visit Mosques”: Jeffries Once More Avoids Mamdani Questions with Lengthy Response on Socialist Candidate
Jeffries Questions Support for Mamdani in NYC Mayoral Race On Thursday, House Democrat leader Hakeem Jeffries expressed his confusion over why he hasn’t endorsed socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani for New York City’s upcoming mayoral election, despite Mamdani running under the Democratic banner. Jeffries, who represents the district where Mamdani is a candidate, mentioned that his […]
AOC Criticizes Jeffries and Schumer for Being Slow to Support Socialist Mamdani
Ocasio-Cortez Criticizes Party Leaders Over Mayoral Candidate Support On Wednesday, Democratic Congressman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez expressed strong disappointment toward party leaders for not supporting Zoran Mamdani, a socialist candidate for the 2025 New York City mayoral race. Both House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer have yet to back Mamdani’s campaign, despite […]
Hakeem Jeffries Avoids Answering Whether He Will Support Socialist Mamdani Again
Jeffries Withholds Support for NYC Mayoral Candidate Mamdani House Democrat leader Hakeem Jeffries did not endorse New York City’s Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani on Tuesday, reflecting a trend among Democrats to shy away from supporting socialist candidates. When reporters questioned Jeffries about his lack of public support, especially with the general election just two […]
Jeffries alerts Republicans that Democrats will challenge the GOP spending bill
Jeffries Issues Warning on Spending Bill Negotiations Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) cautioned GOP leaders on Tuesday that Democrats would not support a spending bill solely crafted by Republicans. Back in March, nearly all House Democrats voted in favor of the Republicans’ 2025 spending expansion. With the deadline for the 2026 budget fast approaching on […]
Schumer and Jeffries send a letter to GOP leaders, pledge to oppose the upcoming CR without bipartisan agreement.
Negotiations on Government Funding Intensify On August 29, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries reached out to Republican leaders, urging a meeting to negotiate government funding as the September deadline approaches. The message was directed to House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune, advocating for “four corner” […]
Zohran Mamdani meets with Hakeem Jeffries once more, yet no endorsement for NYC mayor.
Political Support for Mamdani Zohran Mamdani, a socialist candidate, met with Hakeem Jeffries on Monday, shortly after winning the Democratic mayoral primary in June. However, he still hasn’t secured the vital support he needs. During a private discussion with around 20 Black Clergy members from central Brooklyn, Jeffries’ team remained notably reserved. Yvette Buckner, a […]
Zohran Mamdani meets with Reps Jeffries and Clarke as New York Democrats hold back endorsements
New York Democratic Candidate Meets with Leaders Amid Election Tensions In a recent development, Zoran Mamdani, a Democratic candidate in New York, held discussions with prominent minority leaders like Hakeem Jeffries and Rep. Yvette Clarke. This meeting occurred as New York Democrats are somewhat hesitant to show their support leading up to the November elections. […]
Jeffries states that Democrats are prepared to redraw district lines outside of California to respond to “desperate Republicans.”
Democrats Prepare to Counter GOP Gerrymandering Efforts House minority leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) issued a warning this week that Democrats are ready to take action if President Trump and his Republican allies expand their gerrymandering strategies beyond Texas. California Democrats are already working on a new congressional map aimed at reversing the advantages gained by […]
Hakeem Jeffries criticized for mentioning Lisa Cook’s race while attacking Trump
Jeffries Faces Criticism Over Remarks on Fed Governor House minority leader Hakeem Jeffries drew backlash on Tuesday for pointing out the race of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. Jeffries, a Democrat from New York, emphasized her status as the “first black woman” on the Fed’s governing board while accusing former President Trump of attempting to […]