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Hakeem Jeffries reportedly meets with Jared Kushner ahead of midterms

The discussion reportedly covered potential common ground on housing, immigration, and living costs.

Updated Aug 24, 2026 · 22:19 UTC6 reports

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House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries held a private meeting in New York City with presidential adviser Jared Kushner.[CBS News · NBC News]
The conversation reportedly focused on possible cooperation regarding housing, immigration, and living costs.[Fox News · CBS News]
Kushner reportedly proposed that Jeffries follow up by meeting with White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles.[Associated Press · CNBC]
The meeting drew backlash from progressive critics, while House Speaker Mike Johnson said he was unaware of the discussion until news reports emerged.[Fox News · CBS News · The Guardian]

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a private meeting with Jared Kushner in New York City.[CBS News · NBC News]
The meeting between Jeffries and Kushner reportedly focused on potential areas of agreement, including housing, immigration, and the cost of living.[Fox News · CBS News]
Kushner suggested that Jeffries follow up by meeting with White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles.[Associated Press · CNBC]
In a statement following news reports, Jeffries did not explicitly confirm the discussion but criticized the Republican approach to governing.[CBS News · CNBC]
House Speaker Mike Johnson indicated he was unaware of the meeting prior to media reports and stated Kushner is not involved in day-to-day White House operations.[CBS News]
The reported dialogue prompted criticism from several left-wing commentators and Democratic figures.[Fox News · The Guardian]

Jeffries has not directly confirmed the occurrence or specifics of the meeting in his public statements.[CBS News · CNBC]

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