Jeffries, Schumer Statement Following Democratic Leadership Meeting

November 9th, 2026 | Press Release JEFFRIES, SCHUMER STATEMENT FOLLOWING DEMOCRATIC LEADERSHIP MEETING Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer released the following joint statement: The American people have forcefully rejected MAGA extremism and are demanding dramatic change in their lives. House and Senate Democrats have been given a clear mandate to aggressively address the affordability crisis, stop the reckless war of choice in Iran, meaningfully expand access to affordable healthcare and hold the crooks accountable who have unleashed unprecedented corruption on the country. A new day is coming on January 3rd. Democrats are united and ready to lead. ### Back to News Share: Facebook Twitter