Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 12, 2025
What leverage do we have? They control the House, the Senate, and the presidency.
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Hakeem Jeffries
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Jeffries expresses frustration over Democratic powerlessness in Congress.

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