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Hakeem Jeffries withholds endorsement for Debbie Wasserman Schultz amid criticism from Black leaders

Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz is facing backlash from some Black leaders for her decision to run for re-election in a majority-minority district. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has not endorsed her candidacy, citing the need for candidates to connect with their constituents. Wasserman Schultz is up against four Black opponents in the upcoming primary and has a significant fundraising advantage.

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Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz is facing backlash from some Black leaders for her decision to run for re-election in a majority-minority district. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has not endorsed her candidacy, citing the need for candidates to connect with their constituents. Wasserman Schultz is up against four Black opponents in the upcoming primary and has a significant fundraising advantage.

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Jeffries declines to back Wasserman Schultz as Black leaders revolt over district switch

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Hakeem Jeffries withholds endorsement for Debbie Wasserman Schultz amid criticism from Black leaders