"Rome is burning": Incoming House Democrats prove unusually willing to defy leaders
Summary
Incoming House Democrats are showing mixed support for Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries as he seeks to become speaker. Some freshmen want policy commitments or more information before deciding, while others have pledged support; the divide includes progressive and centrist members.Key Facts
- Jeffries has strong backing among sitting House Democrats and is on track to become speaker.
- Some incoming progressive Democrats have declined to commit to supporting Jeffries.
- Progressive Rep.-elect Randy Villegas said he wants the leadership to prioritize health care, foreign policy and immigration.
- Some freshmen from districts carried by Donald Trump in 2024 say they want to see what candidates for speaker can deliver for their districts.
- Several incoming Democrats, including Marni von Wilpert and Manny Rutinel, have voiced support for Jeffries.
- Reps.-elect Don Leonard and Richard Ojeda have said they want Jeffries to commit to a ban on corporate PACs before they support him.
- Leonard called for a constitutional amendment to limit corporate and other political spending.
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