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House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries criticized the Trump administration for unauthorized military actions in Venezuela, emphasizing the need for congressional approval, transparency, and adherence to constitutional war powers, while condemning Nicolás Maduro as an illegitimate dictator.
Nancy Pelosi predicts Democrats will regain control of the House in 2026 with Hakeem Jeffries as speaker, reflecting on her career, her role in passing the Affordable Care Act, her opposition to Trump, and her focus on returning the gavel to Democrats before retiring.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries discusses the ongoing government shutdown, emphasizing the need for bipartisan negotiations to reopen the government and address healthcare costs, while also touching on New York City mayoral elections and concerns about election fairness and gerrymandering.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has endorsed Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani in the New York City mayoral race, after facing questions about his previous lack of endorsement.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries endorsed Zohran Mamdani for NYC mayor after delaying support due to policy disagreements, aiming to mend relations with progressives and support a platform focused on affordable housing and police policies, amidst political tensions within the Democratic Party.
A man pardoned by President Trump for storming the U.S. Capitol in 2021 was arrested for allegedly threatening to kill House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, highlighting ongoing security concerns and the impact of pardons on public safety.
A person who was pardoned for participating in the January 6 Capitol riot has been arrested for allegedly threatening to kill House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, who confirmed receiving a credible death threat.
A Jan. 6 rioter pardoned by Trump was arrested for making a credible death threat against House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, highlighting ongoing legal issues and threats linked to the Capitol riot and its aftermath.
A man pardoned for participating in the January 6 Capitol attack was arrested for allegedly threatening to kill House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, highlighting ongoing concerns about political violence and the consequences of pardons for Capitol rioters.
A pardoned Capitol riot participant, Christopher Moynihan, was arrested for allegedly threatening to kill House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries at a New York City event, marking the first such case involving a pardoned rioter making a violent threat against a Congress member. Moynihan, previously convicted for his role in the January 6 Capitol attack and pardoned by President Trump, faces felony charges for the threat, highlighting ongoing concerns about recidivism among riot participants.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries opposes a Senate Republican bill to pay federal workers and troops during the government shutdown, citing concerns that it is not comprehensive and appears politically motivated, which may hinder its passage in the House.
During a tense five-minute exchange in the Capitol, Rep. Mike Lawler confronted House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries over the government shutdown and healthcare subsidies, leading to a heated debate that highlighted the escalating tensions on Capitol Hill amid ongoing funding disputes.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries challenged Speaker Mike Johnson to a live debate on the government shutdown, which Johnson declined, citing previous debates and ongoing negotiations. Johnson has been engaging with Senate Democrats to facilitate bipartisan talks on government funding, while efforts to pass a continuing resolution face resistance in the Senate. The shutdown continues into its second week, with lawmakers and officials closely watching upcoming votes and negotiations.
Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries challenged GOP House Speaker Mike Johnson to a live debate on the government shutdown, but Johnson dismissed the request, accusing Jeffries of desperation and political theatrics amid ongoing deadlock in Congress.
Hakeem Jeffries is actively raising his national profile by taking a more aggressive stance in the ongoing government shutdown fight, including responding strongly to Trump's AI-generated video and emphasizing tougher conditions for healthcare agreements, reflecting a more combative approach than Senate Leader Schumer.