White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt has responded to House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries’ personal attacks, calling him a ‘stone-cold loser’ and accusing Democrats of supporting ‘pro-Hamas terrorists, illegal aliens, and violent criminals.’ The exchange intensified during a press conference where Jeffries criticized Leavitt as ‘sick’ and ‘demented,’ while Leavitt defended her remarks about Democratic policies. The dispute is part of a broader government shutdown standoff, with Democrats blocking Republican funding proposals.
Leavitt’s remarks come amid ongoing tensions over the U.S. government shutdown, which has dragged on for several weeks. The standoff has escalated as Senate Democrats have repeatedly blocked Republican efforts to pass a federal funding bill. Leavitt criticized Democrats for their stance on the issue, accusing them of prioritizing their political base over the needs of American citizens, and highlighting their opposition to the GOP’s proposal for a continuing resolution to fund the government.
Jeffries, in turn, defended his criticism of Leavitt, calling her remarks ‘sick’ and ‘demented,’ and accused the Trump administration of misrepresenting the views of the Democratic Party. The exchange reveals the deepening rift between the two political parties. As the standoff continues, with no immediate resolution in sight, the situation remains highly charged, with both sides facing intense pressure from their respective bases.