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Mamdani Supports Jeffries Amid Political Blowback

Updated 2026-08-24 23:10 UTC 1 source Neutral

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has voiced his support for House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries amid backlash over a meeting with Jared Kushner. The incident highlights internal party dynamics in the Democratic Party.

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The Hill
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani (D) on Monday voiced his support for House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) after he received blowback for meeting with Jared Kushner, President Trump's son-in-law. A reporter asked Mamdani if he supported Jeffries were he to become Speaker if Democrats rec
2026-08-24 22:26 UTC
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