Hakeem Jeffries and Josh Shapiro launch 'Fighting for an Affordable America' agenda to secure House majority
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro unveiled the 'Fighting for an Affordable America' agenda on Sunday in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The initiative aims to win back the U.S. House by focusing on lowering the costs of groceries, gas, and housing while addressing the war with Iran and the administration's immigration enforcement tactics. Jeffries and Shapiro criticized the administration for mismanaging the economy and allowing powerful insiders to profit while everyday Americans face rising costs. Shapiro specifically targeted the administration's signature tax cuts, arguing they primarily benefited the wealthy. Jeffries pledged to investigate corruption and reform the Supreme Court. The Democrats are seeking to seize on voter disapproval of the administration, which currently holds a 39% approval rating. While Republicans maintain a fundraising advantage and a favorable redistricting landscape, the Democrats are positioning themselves as the party of affordability and accountability to overcome the historical trend of the president's party losing seats in midterm elections.