Home Minority Chief Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) on Wednesday teased a undertaking from Home Democrats, outlining a “blueprint for a better America” as President Trump marks 100 days in workplace — however being certain to notice it won’t be concerning the president.
“Over these next 100 days, House Democrats are going to lay out a blueprint for a better America. And you will see a vision for this country’s future that isn’t about Donald Trump. It’s all about you,” Jeffries stated. “How can we make your life better? How can we put more money in your pocket? How can we lower your costs?”
He introduced the undertaking throughout a speech railing in opposition to the primary 100 days of the Trump administration, calling it a “debacle” and pledging that Democrats will “continue to push back aggressively.”
“Donald Trump and the Republicans have given us 100 days of chaos, 100 days of cruelty, and 100 days of corrupt behavior. That is not constructive leadership. It is a recipe for disaster,” Jeffries stated.
“Our message to the American people is simple: We hear you, we see you, we feel you, and Democrats are determined to make life better for you.”
Jeffries pointed to some vivid spots for Democrats over the past a number of months.
A Democratic candidate gained in Republican-leaning state legislative districts in particular elections in Pennsylvania. And regardless of billionaire Trump adviser Elon Musk spending tens of tens of millions on a Wisconsin Supreme Court docket race, the liberal candidate gained “by double digits,” Jeffries famous.
Jeffries known as Republicans “spineless” for not doing extra to push again on Trump.
His speech marking Trump’s first 100 days is simply the most recent main messaging motion from the Democratic minority chief. Over the weekend, he led a “sit-in” with Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) on the steps of the Capitol, voicing opposition to the sweeping funds laws Republicans are engaged on that may embody Trump’s prime legislative priorities — which Democrats concern might embrace sweeping cuts to Medicaid.
“We will continue to push back aggressively,” Jeffries stated in his speech on Wednesday.
