Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 6, 2025
That is not acceptable. We cannot back a measure that rips away life-sustaining healthcare and retirement benefits from everyday Americans.
Said by
Hakeem Jeffries
Democratic · New York

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Jeffries criticized the Republican funding bill for threatening essential services.

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