INTRO: House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) reacting to the Democrats’ numerous victories in the 20-26 Midterm elections during a press conference Wednesday. The Democratic leader says he and his colleagues are “humbled” by the support they have received from the American people on Tuesday, adding they intend to work hard to address the issue of affordability at the start of next session in January.
ACK: Congressman Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) – House Minority Leader
TAG: Democrats now have the power to block legislation backed by President Trump, reject appointees, and launch investigations into the administration. President Trump has congratulated them on their victories, but insists he can still veto legislation the party wants to pass.
KEYWORD: Politics, Election
