Hakeem Jeffries breaks silence on Jared Kushner meeting, vows ‘Trump cartel’ accountability | Video
Hakeem Jeffries addresses his private meeting with Jared Kushner, saying Democrats will pursue the affordability crisis while holding the ‘Trump cartel’ accountable.
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries has spoken out about a private meeting he had with Jared Kushner, the son-in-law of former President Donald Trump. In a video posted on X, Jeffries explained that he agreed to meet with Kushner to discuss economic pressures faced by Americans, specifically the affordability crisis. However, he made it clear that Democrats would continue to hold the Trump administration accountable for its actions.
Jeffries emphasized that no member of the Trump administration would be exempt from scrutiny, stating that everyone involved in "stealing from…shortchanging…or screwing over the American people" would be held accountable. This comes as Democrats gear up for the 2026 midterm elections, where control of the House is expected to be a key political issue.
The meeting, which reportedly took place in New York City through a mutual friend, included discussions on housing, immigration, and the cost of living. Jared Kushner reportedly also suggested that Jeffries meet with White House Chief of Staff Susan Wiles. While some Democrats have criticized Jeffries' decision to meet privately with Kushner, the House Democratic Leader maintains that the encounter was aimed at addressing issues affecting Americans, while keeping the pressure on the Trump administration.
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