Leader Hakeem Jeffries criticizes Republicans for the healthcare crisis during a press conference with Democratic leaders.
Quiver AI Summary
Press Conference Highlights Democratic Concerns: House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, alongside Whip Katherine Clark and Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar, addressed the media regarding the ongoing government shutdown. Jeffries criticized Republicans for their lack of action, stating, "The Republican healthcare crisis grows worse by the day." He highlighted significant increases in healthcare costs due to the expiration of Affordable Care Act tax credits.
Healthcare Cost Increases Explained: Jeffries provided specific examples from states like Florida, emphasizing that individuals and families could face skyrocketing premiums. For instance, a 58-year-old in Panama City could see monthly costs rise from $140.80 to over $1,500. He asserted that "the healthcare crisis is growing in intensity and urgency all across the country."
Republicans Accused of Neglect: Jeffries also noted that Republicans have been on vacation for several weeks while the crisis escalates. He remarked, "Republicans have zero interest... in addressing the healthcare crisis that they've created." The full press conference can be viewed online.
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Hakeem S. Jeffries Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Hakeem S. Jeffries is worth $587.5K, as of October 22nd, 2025. This is the 385th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Jeffries has approximately $161.0K invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
You can track Hakeem S. Jeffries's net worth on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Jeffries.
Hakeem S. Jeffries Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Hakeem S. Jeffries:
- H.R.19: Reserved for the Minority Leader.
- H.R.18: Reserved for the Minority Leader.
- H.R.13: Reserved for the Minority Leader.
You can track bills proposed by Hakeem S. Jeffries on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Jeffries.
Hakeem S. Jeffries Fundraising
Hakeem S. Jeffries recently disclosed $2.6M of fundraising in a Q3 FEC disclosure filed on October 15th, 2025. This was the 13th most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year. 90.3% came from individual donors.
Jeffries disclosed $2.4M of spending. This was the 8th most from all Q3 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Jeffries disclosed $6.7M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 33rd most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Hakeem S. Jeffries's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
