LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON CONGRESSMAN-ELECT TIM KENNEDY

WASHINGTON, DC – Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement on the result of New York’s 26th Congressional District special election: 

Congratulations to Congressman-elect Tim Kennedy on his decisive victory in today’s special election. Born and raised in Buffalo, Tim is a dedicated public servant who will be a champion for the people of Western New York in the People’s House. He brings a wealth of legislative experience from his time in the New York State Senate and has a record of delivering results as Chair of the influential Transportation Committee. 

Congressman-elect Kennedy will be a valued voice in the New York Delegation and the Congress and I look forward to welcoming him into the House Democratic Caucus family.