Dozens of Democratic Candidates Decline to Back Hakeem Jeffries as Party Leadership Faces Growing Tension

cohesive in recent votes, even amid deep ideological differences.

What It Means for 2026

While many of the candidates critical of Jeffries are first-time or long-shot contenders, Axios notes that some have credible chances of winning seats — especially in open districts or in primary challenges against establishment Democrats.

The findings highlight a continue reading …