Congressman Hakeem Jeffries Endorses Governor Kathy Hochul

NEW YORK – Congressman Hakeem Jeffries today endorsed Governor Kathy Hochul for a full term. Representative Jeffries is the eleventh New York State congressional member to endorse the governor, joining Representatives Ritchie Torres, Adriano Espaillat, Carolyn Maloney, Sean Patrick Maloney, Gregory Meeks, Kathleen Rice, Paul Tonko, Jerry Nadler, Brian Higgins, and Joe Morelle.

Congressman Hakeem Jeffries represents New York’s 8th Congressional District, which encompasses neighborhoods in Brooklyn and Southwest Queens. Elected to Congress in 2012, Congressman Jeffries is the fifth highest-ranking Democrat in the House and serves as chairman of the House Democratic Caucus. Representative Jeffries sits on the House Judiciary Committee and the Committee on the Budget and was previously the co-chair of the House Democratic Policy and Communications Committee. Before joining Congress, Rep. Jeffries served as a member of the New York State Assembly for six years.

“I am honored to be endorsed by Congressman Hakeem Jeffries whose leadership in Congress has benefited families across New York and the nation,” said Governor Kathy Hochul. “Hakeem has a proven track record of getting things done and championing policies that make his district a better place to live, work and raise a family. I am grateful to have Congressman Jeffries’ support and look forward to building on our progress to deliver results for New Yorkers.”

“Governor Hochul has proven herself to be a tireless advocate for all New Yorkers and is dedicated to addressing the needs of working families,” said Congressman Hakeem Jeffries. “From creating good-paying jobs to keeping our communities safe and getting our schools back on track, Governor Hochul has hit the ground running to build a New York that leaves no one behind. She is the right choice for governor and I’m proud to endorse her for a full term.”