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Hakeem Jeffries stumps in district safe for Dems, if not for Larson

Larson is seeking another term with Jeffries's support while facing three challengers in the Democratic primary.

Hakeem Jeffries stumps in district safe for Dems, if not for Larson
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This article1 analysis · Oct 10, 2026
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House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries campaigned and held a fundraiser for Rep. John Larson, who faces a Democratic primary challenge in a Connecticut district Democrats are expected to retain. The visit drew criticism from challenger Luke Bronin, who argued party leaders should focus on a new generation of Democrats.

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House Minority Leader campaigning for John Larson

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Hakeem Jeffries Campaigns for John Larson

House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries campaigned in Hartford for Rep. John Larson, who faces a Democratic primary challenge. Center outlets present Jeffries’s visit as backing Larson amid a competitive primary and include challengers’ criticism; the Hartford Courant also reports Larson appearing at a challenger’s hygiene-products event.

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