Democrats have elected Hakeem Jeffries their leader in the House. In inheriting the seat, Jeffries makes history, becoming the first ever person of color to do so. Rep. Hakeem Jeffries is a lawmaker from New York who has served in the chamber since 2013. Nancy Pelosi, the longtime California representative who has served as Speaker of the House since 2019, stepped down earlier this month, clearing the way for a new figure to take the mantle. #hakeemjeffries #congress