Hakeem Jeffries letter
Headline from Politico · First reported Nov 4, 5:05 AM ET () · Updated Nov 4, 4:57 PM ET · 8 sources, 12 articles
What's being reported
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) officially announced his candidacy to be the next speaker of the House on Wednesday afternoon, less than a day after Democrats’ resounding victory in the lower chamber. He is aiming — and expected — to be the first black speaker in congressional history.…
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Election 2026 live results: Hakeem Jeffries officially launches bid for speaker
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Read: Hakeem Jeffries' letter officially launching his bid for House speaker
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) formally launched his bid for speaker of the House on Wednesday in a letter to colleagues obtained by Axios. Why it matters: Jeffries is widely expected to secure the speaker's gavel after House Democrats' landslide midterm win. He would make history…
Hakeem Jeffries announces run for speaker, promising ‘dramatic change’
With a huge majority and no expected competition, he is likely to cruise to the speakership.
Hakeem Jeffries promises ‘affordability’ focus after Democratic midterm win
Democratic leader says party expects at least 255 House seats and promises to deliver on affordability.
Five Things to Know About Hakeem Jeffries
The New York Democrat who is in line to be the first Black speaker was raised in Brooklyn, is a moderate who is cautious by nature and loves a hip-hop reference.
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Hakeem Jeffries formally announces bid for House speaker
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) officially announced his candidacy to be the next speaker of the House on Wednesday afternoon, less than a day after Democrats’ resounding victory in the lower chamber. He is aiming — and expected — to be the first black speaker in congressional history.…
Progressives fume at Hakeem Jeffries for saying Democrats won't 'get even' with Trump
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries said Democrats should focus on lowering costs instead of getting even, but critics say accountability and delivering results go hand in hand.
Hakeem Jeffries touts historic midterm victories
"The American people have chosen House Democrats because they want to see a dramatic change in direction," Jeffries said.
