House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is reportedly advising Democratic lawmakers to stop traveling to El Salvador to support individuals deported under the Trump administration. This shift comes amidst concerns regarding the optics of such trips.
• Jeffries believes that traveling to El Salvador looks unfavorable, especially after it was disclosed that some Democrats stayed at a luxury resort during their visits.
• The trips were originally intended to advocate for Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a deportee detained in El Salvador. However, the ongoing debate over immigration and border security within the party has led to tensions.
• A senior House staff member noted that the party leadership prefers to slow down on these trips.
• Although Jeffries maintains that Democrats will continue to fight for Garcia's return, he has discouraged further travel to El Salvador.
• A spokesperson for Jeffries disputed claims that he was opposed to the trips, asserting that he supports active opposition against the current administration.
• Critics question the public relations impact of the Democrats’ support for deported individuals, raising concerns about how this stance resonates with voters.
Amid internal party discussions and scrutiny over immigration policies, Hakeem Jeffries is cautiously steering Democrats away from trips to El Salvador. The situation reflects broader challenges the party faces in reconciling its immigration advocacy with public opinion.
https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2025/04/report-house-minority-leader-hakeem-jeffries-is-privately/
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