Hakeem Jeffries's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Hakeem Jeffries. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Hakeem Jeffries is an American politician and attorney serving as House Minority Leader since 2023. He represents New York's 8th congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives, a position he has held since 2013. Prior to his congressional service, Jeffries served three terms in the New York State Assembly from 2007 to 2012. His current role places him as a leading figure in the Democratic Party in the House.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2006: Elected to the Assembly

In 2006, after Roger Green retired, Hakeem Jeffries ran for the 57th district again and won the Democratic primary, defeating Bill Batson and Freddie Hamilton with 64% of the vote. He then defeated Republican nominee Henry Weinstein in the general election.

2008: Reelected to the Assembly

In 2008, Hakeem Jeffries was reelected to the Assembly, defeating Republican nominee Charles Brickhouse with 98% of the vote.

2010: Reelected to third term

In 2010, Hakeem Jeffries was reelected to a third term in the Assembly, easily defeating Republican nominee Frank Voyticky.

2014: Reelected to the House without opposition

In 2014, Hakeem Jeffries was reelected to the House without opposition.

2016: Reelected to the House

In 2016, Hakeem Jeffries faced no primary challenger and defeated a Conservative Party challenger with 93% of the vote to be reelected.

2018: Reelected to the House

In 2018, Hakeem Jeffries faced no primary challenger and was reelected with 94% of the vote.

2020: Reelected to the House

In 2020, Hakeem Jeffries faced no primary challenger and was reelected with 84% of the vote.

2022: Reelected to the House

In 2022, Hakeem Jeffries faced no notable primary challenger and was reelected with 71.63% of the vote in the general election.

February 2024: Political test after George Santos expulsion

In February 2024, Hakeem Jeffries faced his first major political test as leader after George Santos was expelled from Congress. He endorsed Tom Suozzi for the special election, deployed his political team, key allies, and helped raise $1 million for the special election, holding fundraisers in New York and Washington.