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Hakeem Jeffries: “A two week ceasefire is not sufficient. We need a permanent…”

Featuring: Hakeem Jeffries, Democratic | U.S. House New York, 8th Congressional District

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House Dems Press Avail on Ending Trump's Reckless War

Published | Video Starts at 01:29

And now, as a result of Donald Trump's costly and reckless war of choice, gas prices are skyrocketing here in New York City and all across America. It's unacceptable. A two week ceasefire is not sufficient. We need a permanent end to Donald Trump's costly and reckless war of choice. And House Democrats are committed to bringing about that outcome. Upon our return, we will force another vote on the House floor around the War Powers Resolution that will compel … (01:29–01:43)

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Asserts that a two-week ceasefire is inadequate and calls for a permanent end to the conflict.

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