Hakeem Jeffries

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Hakeem Jeffries

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth August 4, 1970 (Age: 55)
Overall Community Sentiment: Leaning Opposed

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Overview
Community
Analysis
Personal Background

Hakeem Jeffries holds a robust educational background, having earned degrees from Binghamton University, Georgetown University, and New York University School of Law. He spent several years in private practice and held leadership roles in legal and advocacy organizations before transitioning to corporate law. Jeffries has demonstrated a consistent commitment to public service, initially serving in the New York State Assembly and later in the U.S. House of Representatives. His professional experience encompasses various sectors, including high-finance, corporate law, and public policy.

Political Ideas

Hakeem Jeffries combines progressive advocacy with an unusual willingness to collaborate across party lines, as evidenced by his support for the American Rescue Plan and Inflation Reduction Act while simultaneously cracking down on price gouging by big corporations. His legislative focus on reducing costs for families intersects with a surprising alignment with opposing factions on environmental regulations, suggesting a highly localized approach to policymaking. Jeffries's commitment to safer communities through gun control and police reform is paired with a nuanced stance on criminal justice, advocating for both reform and strict measures. His dedication to affordable housing and reproductive freedom reveals a deeply rooted belief in equal access to opportunities and rights for all.

Campaigns
2026: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ACTIVE

Election History

New York House of Representatives 8th District

Active

(Incumbent) Competing Candidates: Lewis Mizrahi

New York House of Representatives 8th District Democrat Primary

Unopposed

Win
2024: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New York 8th District, U.S.A. House of Representatives

168,036 votes (75.40%)

Win
2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New York's 8th congressional district, 2022

99,079 votes (71.63%)

Win
2020: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New York's 8th congressional district, 2020

234,933 votes (84.80%)

Win
2018: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New York's 8th congressional district, 2018

180,376 votes (94.30%)

Win
2016: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New York's 8th congressional district, 2016

214,595 votes (93.30%)

Win
2014: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New York's 8th congressional district, 2014

77,255 votes (92.10%)

Win
2012: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New York's 8th congressional district

178,688 votes (87.50%)

Win

New York's 8th congressional district Democratic primary

28,271 votes (71.80%)

Win
2010: New York State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

57 District, General election

25,899 votes (90.13%)

Win
2008: New York State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

57 District, General election

39,992 votes (76.17%)

Win
2006: New York State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

57 District, General election

19,551 votes (79.32%)

Win
2000: New York State House of Representatives

Election History

57 District, General election

2,254 votes (5.85%)

Loss

Winner: Roger Green