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Hakeem Jeffries

HAKEEM JEFFRIES
Representative of New York

Hakeem Jeffries became House Democratic Leader by mastering a rare combination: progressive values and pragmatic results. Representing Brooklyn and Queens, he delivered billions for affordable housing, fought for criminal justice reform, and protected voting rights—all while building coalitions that get things done.

Before Congress, Jeffries was a lawyer and state legislator who fought stop-and-frisk and took on powerful interests. In the House, he helped pass police accountability legislation, expanded healthcare, and defended democracy during Trump’s impeachment trials.

Jeffries represents the future of Democratic leadership: rooted in communities of color, committed to economic justice, and skilled at the work of actually governing.

“His heart is progressive, but his style is moderate – which means he can talk to both sides.”
Reverend Al Sharpton
@msnow

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries spoke for eight hours and 44 minutes to delay Trump’s megabill vote. Jeffries echoed famous remarks from two civil rights icons: the late Rep. John Lewis and Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. King said that if you can’t fly, run,” Jeffries said. “If you can’t run, walk. If you can’t walk, crawl. But at all times, press on ... No matter what the outcome is on this singular day, we’re going to press on. ... We’re going to press on until victory is won.”Dr. King said that if you can’t fly, run,” Jeffries said. “If you can’t run, walk. If you can’t walk, crawl. But at all times, press on ... No matter what the outcome is on this singular day, we’re going to press on. ... We’re going to press on until victory is won.” #politics #jeffries #trump

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