The Latest Breaking News from Hakeem Jeffries

After Wednesday's uncontested vote among House Democrats, much of the nation will start getting to know Hakeem Jeffries as the first Black American to lead a party conference in Congress. Having followed the Brooklynite for decades, we’ve got some insight on, and some advice for, the new House Democratic leader…

Jeffries will replace House Speaker Nancy Pelosi as Democratic leader.

"This is a moment of transition," Jeffries told reporters.

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House Democrats are poised to usher in a new generation of leaders

Jeffries will replace Rep. Nancy Pelosi as the top elected Democratic leader. He represents a generational shift and faces challenges in a GOP House in January.

Elected Democratic leader by his colleagues, New York Rep. Hakeem Jeffries said retaking House control in 2024 is a top priority.

Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, a son of Brooklyn, is expected to be elected Wednesday as the leader of the House Democrats, less than a decade after the former state lawmaker first arrived on Capitol Hill.

WASHINGTON — With promises to do “hard, unglamorous” work, help colleagues connect with constituents and navigate an ever changing media landscape, House Democrats are competing for open posts in the party’s leadership.

With top jobs settled, Democrats are vying for roles in the next Congress that include party messaging and managing the caucus.

Incoming Democratic leader is 30 years younger than Nancy Pelosi. But in style and substance, he's the old guard