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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on MSNBC's Morning Joe where he emphasized that while extreme MAGA Republicans are threatening a government shutdown unless they can impose their right-wing ideology on everyday Americans, Democrats will continue to stand firm for hardworking American taxpayers.

Washington, DC – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement:

Twenty-three years ago, Al Qaeda, a violent terrorist organization, attacked America and killed 2,977 of our fellow citizens on September 11. Today, we remember the lives of the fallen and pray for the families who continue to grieve their loved ones.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on CNN’s The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer where he emphasized that while extreme MAGA Republicans are working to enact Trump’s dangerous Project 2025, Democrats are fighting for hardworking American taxpayers.

WASHINGTON, DC – Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries announced today that the Steering and Policy Committee has recommended that Congressman Steven Horsford be appointed to the House Committee on Ways and Means and that Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García be appointed to the House Committee on the Judiciary. 

September 9, 2024

Dear Colleague:

I write to discuss the upcoming legislative work period as we approach the beginning of a new fiscal year on October 1, 2024.

San Francisco, CA — Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement after the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that nonfarm payroll employment increased by 142,000 in August:

Brooklyn, NY – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement:

I am saddened and horrified by today’s shooting at the West Indian American Day Parade in Brooklyn. My prayers are with the victims and their families during this difficult time. 

The parade is a beautiful display of culture and community that I have been honored to attend over the years, including this year. Every American should be able to celebrate their heritage without the threat of gun violence. 

CHICAGO, IL – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: 

This morning, the Silk City, the Garden State and the United States of America lost a giant with the passing of our beloved brother Bill Pascrell, Jr. Throughout his decades of public service, Bill was a tenacious fighter for his native New Jersey, whether as a leader in the New Jersey General Assembly, Mayor of the City of Paterson or fourteen-term Member of the U.S. House.