Hakeem Jeffries

President Donald Trump defended the proposed increase in the defense budget on Thursday, but refrained from discussing the possible deployment of U.S. troops. On the sidelines of a bilateral meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, Trump gave an ambiguous response when asked about the...

Several Democratic lawmakers criticized federal spending priorities, arguing that billions directed toward military action related to Iran should instead support health care, housing and lower costs for families. Lawmakers Slam Iran War Funding On Saturday, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) posted on X...

The U.S.’s military campaign against Iran, Operation Epic Fury, could cost American taxpayers between $40 billion and $210 billion, according to Kent Smetters, director of the Penn Wharton Budget Model (PWBM). Smetters provided a range of estimates, with the smallest direct budgetary cost...

House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) is calling for a War Powers resolution vote, arguing that U.S. military escalation in the Middle East is being prioritized over efforts to ease the rising cost of living for American families. War Powers Debate Escalates Over Middle East Military...

The House speaker, Mike Johnson (R-La.), framed President Donald Trump's first year back in office as a historic economic success while sharply criticizing Democrats for organizing protests and alternative events instead of attending the address. Johnson Touts Trump Economic Record On Tuesday,...

Top Democratic leaders criticized Donald Trump's tariffs after a court ruling deemed them unlawful, arguing they increased costs for Americans and demanding that collected levies be returned. Court Strikes Down Tariffs, Democrats Demand Refunds On Sunday, Democratic leaders escalated their...

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) accused President Donald Trump of using the Justice Department to intimidate Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, warning the move could raise borrowing costs for millions of Americans. Trump DOJ Probe Sparks Fed Rate Concerns On Monday, in a post on X...

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) criticized President Donald Trump, questioning whether his foreign policy truly prioritized U.S. interests. Sanders Criticizes Trump's Foreign Deals On Saturday, Sanders accused Trump of undermining the "America First" principle, highlighting a series of high-profile...

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) is warning that America's primary health care system is in crisis and is urging Congress to immediately increase funding for community health centers that serve millions of low-income and working-class Americans. Primary Health Care System Faces Urgent Crisis On Sunday,...

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) said Sunday he is confident the House will pass a three-year extension of expiring Affordable Care Act tax credits "with a bipartisan majority," even as Senate Republicans signal resistance and the clock ticks toward steep premium hikes for millions of...

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.)  sharply criticized President Donald Trump on Saturday for mocking millions of Americans grappling with soaring health insurance costs, calling the response "just pathetic." Schumer Slams Trump Over Soaring Health Premiums Schumer posted on X...

President Donald Trump escalated tensions in Washington by publicly threatening Democratic lawmakers with imprisonment or even the death penalty after they urged military and intelligence personnel to refuse unlawful orders. Democratic Lawmakers Urge Military To Refuse Illegal Orders Trump targeted...

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) blasted President Donald Trump after a Politico report revealed that his team plans to prioritize affordability and cost-of-living issues next year. Warren Blasts Trump For Delaying Affordability Push Amid Rising Inflation Warren took to X on Wednesday to criticize...

US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has slammed the Democratic Party amid the government shutdown, highlighting delays and hinting at airspace closure. The shutdown has entered its 35th day since kicking into effect on October 1. May Be Forced To Close Airspace, Says Duffy Duffy on Tuesday...

As the week comes to a close, here’s a quick recap of the top stories that dominated the headlines, from the world of politics to the economy and the stock market. Scott Bessent Fires Back At Bob Elliott‘s Claim That Tariffs ‘Offset’ Rent Relief An economist’s analysis...