House Minority Leader Jeffries Breaks Longest Speech Record to Delay Trump’s Spending Bill Vote

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries delivered a historic speech lasting nearly nine hours, using the "magic minute" rule to delay the vote on President Donald Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill." Jeffries criticized the bill's impact on health care and veteran benefits, accusing Republicans of undermining the social safety net and defending Trump’s agenda. His speech set a new record for the longest House floor speech, surpassing the previous record held by former Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Despite some Democrats expressing support for Jeffries during the speech, others found it tedious. The delay allowed Democrats to highlight concerns about the bill’s effects on vulnerable Americans, emphasizing personal stories of those at risk of losing coverage. The vote on the legislation was expected to follow the conclusion of Jeffries' remarks, potentially leading to President Trump signing the bill into law on July 4.