Jeffries says Democrats will prioritize affordability and anti-corruption in new Congress
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries said Democrats will focus on lowering living costs and holding officials accountable for corruption as they prepare to assume control of Congress. Earlier, Jeffries told CNN that his record and the party’s recent election gains position Democrats to confront President Donald Trump, while noting internal criticism. The Globe and Mail reported that Democrats secured majorities in both chambers and outlined priorities such as tariffs, judicial confirmations and investigations, even as President Trump retains veto power. The Straits Times added that the party must balance oversight of Trump with efforts to curb rising costs and expand health care.
NPR quoted Jeffries outlining plans to address affordability, housing, education, health care and corruption, acknowledging challenges from a Republican president. ABC News said Democrats intend to restore health-care subsidies, reverse Medicaid cuts and launch investigations into the Trump administration. CBS News projected that Democrats would retake the House and Senate, setting the stage for oversight battles with President Trump’s administration.
