Hakeem Jeffries News & Breaking Stories

US congressman Henry Cuellar and his wife charged with accepting $600,000 in bribes. Denies charges. Could face decades in prison.

Republican lawmakers threaten to remove House Speaker Mike Johnson, sparking a bitter intra-party battle on Capitol Hill. Chaos looms ahead.

Greene delays ouster motion against Johnson, gaining attention but failing to gather Republican support, while Democrats back Johnson.

New Jersey Congressman Donald Payne Jr. dies at 65, remembered as a champion for the people of New Jersey.

Former deputy whip Mr Johnson won 220 votes after House Republicans backed him, becoming Speaker after Emmer dropped out. Viral news.

Survivor-led groups demand music industry action on sexual misconduct, naming over two dozen artists and executives in a new report.

Democratic Rep. Cori Bush of Missouri is being investigated for potentially misusing campaign funds for personal security.

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy of California announced his resignation, capping a stunning end to his political career. He will leave by year-end.

Former First Lady and women's rights advocate Rosalynn Carter passed away at 96, leaving behind a legacy of compassion and advocacy.

Republicans elect Rep. Mike Johnson as House speaker, ending weeks of political chaos and ready to get to work.

Republican Jim Jordan faces opposition within his own party in his bid to become Speaker, causing difficulties in passing bills and approving White House requests.

Firebrand Republican Rep. Jim Jordan loses support from more GOP colleagues as he fails to become House speaker.

Growing opposition to Rep. Jim Jordan's bid for Speaker of the House has sparked calls to empower Rep. Patrick McHenry with new powers to get the House operational again. McHenry, who currently oversees the chamber as Speaker Pro Tempore, would be faced with challenges such as government spending fights and ongoing cryptocurrency efforts. The idea has gained support from prominent conservative figures, including three former GOP House speakers, and Democrats have also expressed support for expanding McHenry's authorities. However, the proposal faces challenges from Jordan and his allies, and the extent and duration of McHenry's powers are still up for debate.

House Democrats rally behind Representative Hakeem Jeffries as their pick for speaker, despite him failing to reach the majority threshold.

House Democrats are in informal talks with Republicans about finding a bipartisan solution to selecting a new speaker.

Far-right Ohio Republican Jim Jordan faces an uphill battle to secure the 217 votes needed to win the House Speaker nomination.

Republicans struggle to unite and elect Rep. Steve Scalise as the next House speaker following the removal of Rep. Kevin McCarthy.

Democratic Congressman carjacked near U.S. Capitol, highlighting rising crime rates and the need for increased security measures.

Democratic Rep. Jamaal Bowman triggered a fire alarm in a Capitol office building while lawmakers were scrambling to pass a bill to fund the government.

Hakeem Jeffries accuses Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s campaign of being a "false flag operation" orchestrated by right-wing political operatives to harm Democrats. Kennedy's campaign is being run by Dennis Kucinich, a far-left Democrat. Kennedy supports sealing the southern border and opposes gun confiscation, but aligns with Democrats on free speech.