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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference where he emphasized that House Democrats are willing to work across the aisle for the good of the American people while still combatting extremism whenever necessary.

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on MSNBC's Morning Joe where he emphasized that House Democrats put people over politics to keep government open for everyday Americans and will continue working to counter House Republican extremism. 

WASHINGTON, D.C. – House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark, Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar and Vice Chair Ted Lieu released the following statement:

From the very beginning of the Congress, House Democrats have made clear that we will always put people over politics and try to find common ground with our Republican colleagues wherever possible, while pushing back against Republican extremism whenever necessary.

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on NPR's Morning Edition with Steve Inskeep where he emphasized that House Democrats will continue to put people over politics to keep the government open and support our allies.

WASHINGTON, DC – Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries announced today that the Steering and Policy Committee has recommended that Congressman Gabe Amo be appointed to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. 

Dear Colleague: 

As Members of Congress, it is our central responsibility to fund programs and services that keep our nation safe and that fulfill the needs of the people we are privileged to represent. House Democrats will continue to put people over politics, work with our colleagues to keep the government open and push back against right-wing extremism. 

Brooklyn, NY  – Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries issued the following statement after Congressman Brian Higgins announced his resignation from the House of Representatives:

For nearly two decades, Brian Higgins has embodied the role of Buffalo’s hometown Member of Congress.

San Juan, Puerto Rico – Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement:

As Americans, there is no higher responsibility nor a greater moral obligation than to be there for the people who have been there for our country. Each year on Veterans Day, our nation comes together to thank and honor those who have served and defended our freedom, in addition to recommitting ourselves to protecting those who have protected us.