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Jeffries stands by ‘maximum warfare’ language: ‘I don’t give a damn about your criticism’

Jeffries stands by ‘maximum warfare’ language: ‘I don’t give a damn about your criticism’

Summary

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries says he will continue to use strong language about fighting over redistricting, despite recent criticism after a shooting at an event attended by President Trump. Some conservatives have criticized Jeffries for his "maximum warfare" comment, but he does not plan to change his approach.

Key Facts

  • Hakeem Jeffries is the House Minority Leader and a Democrat from New York.
  • Jeffries promised to use "maximum warfare" to fight over redistricting, which means strongly opposing how voting districts are drawn.
  • A shooting occurred at a press event where President Donald Trump was present.
  • After the shooting, conservatives criticized Jeffries for using aggressive language.
  • Jeffries responded that he does not care about the criticism and will keep his stance.
  • Redistricting is a political process that can affect election results by changing voting boundaries.
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