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Hakeem Jeffries: “Republicans continue to stand up for the wealthy, the well…”

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

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House Democratic Leader Jeffries Holds News Conference on Day 41 of Government Shutdown

Published | Video Starts at 21:28

… high cost of living for everyday Americans and fix our broken health care system in the face of this overwhelming Republican assault on the health care of everyday Americans. And Republicans continue to stand up for the wealthy, the well off and the well connected. Thank you, leader. Whether fair or unfair, Leader Schumer Taking a lot of heat from members of your own party. Why do you think he is the. Right leader for this moment? (21:28–21:36)

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Asserts that Republicans prioritize the interests of wealthy individuals.

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