Jeffries Sets House Speech Record Opposing Tax Bill

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries set a new record for the longest speech in House history, speaking for nearly nine hours in protest of President Donald Trump’s $3.4 trillion tax cut and spending bill. Utilizing the 'magic minute' privilege, Jeffries criticized the bill as a boon for the wealthy at the expense of low-income Americans and read letters from constituents affected by its provisions. The Republican-controlled House passed the bill by a narrow 218–214 vote, with only two Republicans joining all Democrats in opposition. The legislation, a major component of Trump’s 2025 agenda, extends prior tax cuts, expands child tax credits, eliminates Biden-era climate rules, and introduces 'TRUMP Savings Accounts' for newborns. GOP leaders claim the bill will boost economic growth and tighten border security, while Democrats argue it will undermine support for vulnerable populations. Jeffries’ speech broke the previous record held by Kevin McCarthy and aimed to energize Democratic voters ahead of the next election.