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Hakeem Jeffries Pushes to Lock Down House Speakership, With No Challenger Emerging
Friday, November 13, 2026
Hakeem Jeffries, Democratic leader in the House, is securing support from key party coalitions ahead of a leadership vote, according to statements from his allies. No Democratic member has announced a challenge to his bid for speaker. Jeffries has faced criticism from some left-wing members of the caucus, though his supporters argue he merits unanimous support.
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