Jeffries faces tricky balancing act on Democratic defectors
Hakeem Jeffries built his brand on total control of his caucus. Two of his own members shattered that image on the House floor Tuesday.
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Report: House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries Faces Pressure After Two Democrats Vote with Republicans