In the last Congress, Democrats repeatedly helped Republicans keep the government open and propped up Speaker Mike Johnson when he faced a challenge to his leadership post.
He even tapped other senior House Democrats to echo his message to the Biden team, according to another person familiar with the efforts.
Still, unlike some in his party, Jeffries is not in despair, according to multiple people familiar with his thinking.
But Democrats say Jeffries — alongside Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, who will serve as minority leader in the next Congress — might be the best person to at least try.
Internal party sparringOne of Jeffries’ toughest tasks will be keeping Democrats unified on immigration despite the many intraparty divisions.
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