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Jeffries sets priorities as Democrats near House power

As Congress returns, lawmakers are preparing for the session beginning in January. Hakeem Jeffries, expected to become House speaker, told Amna Nawaz about his priorities as Republicans chose Jim Jordan to lead their party in the House.
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