# Jeffries Heckled at Democratic Conference

> Incoming House Speaker Jeffries faces hecklers at Democratic event.
- Title: Jeffries Heckled at Democratic Conference · The Straits Times
- Summary: Incoming House Speaker Jeffries faces hecklers at Democratic event. Hakeem Jeffries, set to become US House Speaker, was heckled by protesters demanding…
- Keywords: democratic conference, hakeem jeffries, house speaker, midterm elections, progressive wing, moderate, chuck schumer, christopher van hollen, The Straits Times
- Source: The Straits Times — https://straitstimes.com/world/incoming-house-speaker-jeffries-heckled-at-democratic-conference
- Published: 2026-11-13T19:54:14+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: democratic conference, hakeem jeffries, house speaker, midterm elections, progressive wing, moderate, chuck schumer, christopher van hollen, news, world
## Jeffries heckled at Democratic event
Hakeem Jeffries, set to become US House Speaker when Democrats take control of Congress in January, was heckled by protesters accusing him of being too timid on high costs of living.

> We need new leadership. I am scared for my future.
## Protesters demand policy changes
The protesters demanded an end to Trump's war on Iran, government-funded health care for all, and an arms embargo on Israel.
## Jeffries responds calmly
Jeffries ignored hecklers and said, 'Remember, y'all, I grew up in Brooklyn,' after one protester started swearing at him.

> Remember, y'all, I grew up in Brooklyn.
## Progressive challenges Schumer
Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen announced he will challenge Senator Chuck Schumer for the party's top leadership job in the Senate.
## Key takeaway

Hakeem Jeffries, set to become US House Speaker, was heckled by protesters demanding progressive policies after Democrats won the midterm elections.