Jeffries sets record for House speech while arguing against Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’
Jeffries Sets New Record in House Floor Speech Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) made history in the House on Thursday by breaking the speech record during ongoing discussions over President Donald Trump’s substantial policy proposal. Utilizing “magic minutes,” a privilege that allows party leaders to speak for extended periods, Jeffries aimed to stall the final […]
Jeffries delays final vote on Trump’s major bill with extended speech on the floor
Leading the House floor early Thursday morning, Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.), the House minority leader, successfully obstructed a significant tax and spending bill put forward by the GOP, thereby postponing a crucial vote on a package representing many of President Trump’s priorities. This Republican proposal spanned nearly 900 pages. Jeffries dedicated an hour for debate on […]
Dems pull representative out of camera sight after she fell asleep during Hakeem Jeffries’ speech against the ‘big beautiful bill’
Sleepy Times in Congress It was quite a dull scene in the House recently. Democrats found themselves needing one of their own to stall the progress of a significant bill during an extensive speech from minority leader Hakeem Jeffries. Seated a couple of rows behind Jeffries, Representative Marcy Kaptur from Ohio, a veteran at 79, […]
Hakeem Jeffries ridiculed for baseball bat image aimed at Trump’s legislation
Online Controversy Over Hakeem Jeffries’ Post House minority leader Hakeem Jeffries faced backlash from conservatives after sharing a photo of himself holding a baseball bat, expressing his intent to oppose President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful bill.” In his Instagram post, he stated, “Hospital Democrats put pressure on Trump’s one big, ugly bill,” while standing in […]
Hakeem Jeffries’ Last-Ditch Strategy to Delay Trump’s Major Bill Actually Caused Democrats to Doze Off
House Minority Leader’s Speech Fails to Halt Trump’s Bill On Thursday, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries gave a lengthy speech in a last-ditch effort to challenge President Donald Trump’s proposed legislation, often referred to as the “big and beautiful” bill. Starting at 4:53 AM, Jeffries was on the floor of the House for over four […]
Hakeem Jeffries calls on Zohran Mamdani to explain his support for the ‘intifada’ chant
Hakeem Jeffries Questions Zohran Mamdani’s Stance on Controversial Phrase House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has urged socialist New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani to clarify his views on the phrase “globalize the intifadas.” Mamdani, known for being critical of Israel, described “globalize the intifada” in a recent interview as a representation of “a hopeless desire […]
Jeffries says Mamdani, the NYC Democratic nominee, needs to explain her position on ‘globalize intifada’
Jeffries Raises Concerns Over Mamdani’s Position on Anti-Israel Language House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries expressed on Sunday that if Zohran Mamdani aspires to become the mayor of New York City, he needs to clarify his stance regarding the phrase “globalize Intifada.” Jeffries shared these thoughts during an appearance on ABC’s “This Week,” where he voiced […]
Jeffries and Mamdani to gather in Brooklyn following their victory in the mayoral primary
Jeffries Hesitant to Support Mamdani for NYC Mayor House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, from New York, acknowledged on Sunday that he hasn’t yet voiced his support for Zohran Mamdani, the progressive candidate for mayor of New York City. This has raised questions about the disconnect in his hometown. In an interview with Jonathan Karl on […]
Jeffries states Mamdani must take strong action against the increase in antisemitism in NYC.
House minority leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) stated on Sunday that Zohran Mamdani, the winner of New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary, needs to actively confront the escalating anti-Semitism in the city. During an appearance on ABC’s “This Week,” Jeffries took issue with Mamdani’s use of the term “globalisation of intifadas.” “Using that phrase is not […]
Schumer and Jeffries praise Mamdani for NYC surprise win, but hold back on endorsements
Democratic Leaders Congratulate Mamdani on Mayoral Primary Win Senate minority leader Chuck Schumer and House minority leader Hakeem Jeffries extended their congratulations to Zohran Mamdani for his surprising yet clear victory in the Democratic mayoral primary in New York City. However, they have refrained from endorsing any party candidates in the race. “I’ve known Zoran […]