Hakeem Jeffries
U.S. House – NY-08
About
Hakeem Jeffries has represented New York's 8th Congressional District since 2013 and is the House Minority Leader, the first Black American to lead a party in Congress. A Brooklyn native, he previously served in the New York State Assembly. His district covers central Brooklyn and parts of Queens.
Policy Positions
Economy & Jobs
Jeffries has championed the middle class and working families, supporting the American Rescue Plan and infrastructure investments. He has focused on job creation and economic opportunity in his Brooklyn district.
Public Safety & Crime
Jeffries has supported a balanced approach to public safety, backing both community investment and law enforcement resources. He has been a voice for criminal justice reform while opposing defunding the police.
Education
Jeffries has been a strong advocate for fully funding public education and has worked on legislation supporting historically Black colleges and universities.
Healthcare
Jeffries supports expanding healthcare access and has backed ACA improvements. He has been a consistent vote against Republican efforts to repeal the ACA.
Campaign Funding
$8.9M
raised · 2025-2026
One of the largest fundraisers in the House, reflecting his role as House Minority Leader. Funded broadly across finance, labor, and technology, with significant corporate PAC support.