The Brian Lehrer Show Monday Morning Politics with Leader Jeffries
Nov 24, 2025
Hakeem Jeffries, U.S. Representative from New York and House Minority Leader, delves into national legislative priorities. He discusses the significance of Mayor-elect Mamdani's leadership in uniting on issues of affordability and public safety. Jeffries critiques rising costs tied to Republican policies and advocates for a three-year extension of ACA tax credits. He shares insights on campaign fundraising and supports a two-state solution for the Middle East. With his advice to Mondani focused on tackling living costs, Jeffries offers a practical view on affordable housing solutions.
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Support For Mayor-Elect's Practical Agenda
- Hakeem Jeffries emphasizes unity behind Mayor-elect Adams' agenda for affordability and public safety.
- He argues all New Yorkers should help ensure the mayor's success because it benefits constituents citywide.
Personal Roots Shape Policy Focus
- Jeffries recounts growing up in working-class Crown Heights with public servant parents to explain his commitment to affordability.
- He uses his upbringing to argue New York should not become a city only for the wealthy and well-connected.
Restore Clean Energy Credits To Cut Bills
- Reverse Republican rollbacks on clean energy tax credits to lower electricity costs and rebuild clean energy jobs.
- Focus federal action on restoring wind, solar, and clean power incentives to reduce household energy bills.