Summary
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has announced his opposition to an effort led by Republicans to expel Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick from Congress. This expulsion attempt stems from allegations of financial misconduct against her, but Jeffries believes it will fail since it requires a two-thirds majority and lacks sufficient Democratic support.
Key Facts
- Hakeem Jeffries opposes the expulsion of Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick.
- The expulsion requires a two-thirds majority vote to pass.
- Republican Rep. Greg Steube is leading the effort to expel Cherfilus-McCormick.
- Allegations include laundering a COVID contract payment and campaign finance violations.
- Cherfilus-McCormick was indicted in November but claims innocence.
- Jeffries argues the expulsion attempt lacks solid legal basis and due process.
- A special election in Texas may soon increase Democratic seats in the House.
