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Hakeem S. Jeffries

Candidate for U.S. House of Representatives: Congressional District 8, on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot (ballot lines: Democratic).

Federal · U.S. House of Representatives

Positions and record

Hakeem S. JeffriesDemocratic · U.S. Representative; House Democratic Leader
Top U.S. voter concern

Health Care

Health insurance, costs and access to care.

  • Supports making life-saving medical care affordable
“No one should have to make a decision between accessing life-saving medical care and putting food on the table.”

What this means for youHe would vote to lower out-of-pocket medical costs. As Democratic Leader he also shapes which health bills his party pushes.

Top U.S. voter concern

Income and Wealth Gap

How income and wealth are distributed, including taxes and wages.

  • Supports the PRO Act, protecting workers' right to organize
  • Supports ending pay discrimination against women
“I have worked with my House colleagues to introduce the Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act, landmark legislation that will protect the essential right of workers to organize for better working conditions.”

What this means for youThe PRO Act would make it easier for workers to form unions. As one of 435 House members, they would vote and push for this in Congress; it would only become law with majorities in both chambers and the President's signature.

Top U.S. voter concern

Abortion

Access to and limits on abortion.

  • Supports a woman's right to choose
“Additionally, a women’s right to choose is non-negotiable.”

What this means for youHe would vote against new federal limits on abortion. Abortion access in New York is set mainly by state law.

Top U.S. voter concern

Crime

Crime, policing and public safety.

  • Supports sentencing reform, including retroactive relief for crack cocaine sentences
“The FIRST STEP Act provided retroactive relief for the shameful crack cocaine sentencing disparity that unfairly destroyed lives, families and communities.”

What this means for youSome people in federal prison for crack cocaine offenses became eligible for shorter sentences under this law. Expect support for further federal sentencing changes.

Not yet on record: The Economy, The Situation in Iran, Gas Prices, Immigration, Israeli-Palestinian Conflict, AI Data Centers, Climate Change.

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