Democratic Leader Jeffries Names Rep. Sara Jacobs as Parliamentarian
Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries named Rep. Sara Jacobs (CA-51) as parliamentarian of the Steering and Policy Committee, making her one of the youngest members of Democratic House leadership. In this role, Rep. Jacobs will lead in interpreting and applying Democratic Caucus rules and help create, shape, and push caucus goals and strategy.
Rep. Sara Jacobs said: “Donald Trump is leveraging the full weight of our country’s resources for his own enrichment and to target our own citizens and civilians around the world. That’s why it’s never been more important for our caucus to be bold, united, agile, responsive, and forward-looking. We need to use all of our tools and resources to stop, delay, and blunt his harmful policies and craft a proactive agenda that responds to the urgent needs of the American people and earns back their trust. I’m honored that Leader Jeffries named me as parliamentarian to do this important work, and to help guarantee that the decisions made at our leadership table reflect the depth of experience and talent of our Caucus and meet this unprecedented moment in our country’s history.”
Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries said: “Congresswoman Sara Jacobs is an active legislator, trusted colleague and team player. Her leadership is respected on matters of importance both foreign and domestic. As the Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa and a member of the House Armed Services Committee, Rep. Jacobs has consistently put the safety, well-being and national security of the American people at the forefront of her work. Rep. Jacobs will be another strong voice on the leadership team as we enter this critical year for the caucus, the Congress and the country. I thank Sara for taking on this important leadership position.”
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