Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a New York Democrat, issued a warning against primarying House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries after socialist New York City Councilmember Chi Ossé filed paperwork to challenge him.

Newsweek has contacted spokespersons for Ocasio-Cortez, Ossé and Jeffries for comment via email.

Why It Matters

Democrats are optimistic about their chances of retaking control of the House of Representatives in next year's midterms. If they do so, Jeffries, also a New York Democrat and the House minority leader, would be poised to become speaker. However, Jeffries has faced opposition from progressives back home who view him as too moderate for his Brooklyn-based district. His late endorsement of New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani also drew backlash from som

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