Incoming Congressman Says Dems Warn of 'Living Hell' for Opposing Jeffries
Summary
Ohio Democratic Representative-elect Don Leonard said senior House Democrats warned that opposing Hakeem Jeffries for speaker could make his next two years in Washington difficult and hurt his reelection chances. Leonard did not identify who made the comments or explain specifically what consequences they described; House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar said he did not know which senior Democrats Leonard meant.Key Facts
- Leonard won an Ohio district centered around Columbus and nearby southwestern suburbs that Donald Trump won by 10 points in 2024.
- Leonard has not committed to supporting Jeffries for House speaker.
- In an Instagram video, Leonard said he met with senior House members on Monday to discuss the leadership vote.
- Leonard said he wants to meet with Jeffries about priorities he attributes to his constituents, including an amendment to overturn Citizens United and ending support for the Iran war and Israel.
- Leonard said he and his team were looking for ways to persuade Jeffries to address their concerns.
- Aguilar defended Jeffries' role in helping Democrats build their House majority and said members could raise ideas and requests.
- Newsweek said it contacted Jeffries’ office and Leonard’s campaign for comment.
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