Kushner meets Jeffries as GOP eyes possible Democratic House takeover

A discreet New York City meeting brought together Jared Kushner, the former president's son-in-law and senior adviser, and Representative Hakeem Jeffries, the Democratic minority leader poised to become speaker if his party captures the House. Organized by a shared friend, the gathering allowed the two to explore common ground on issues ranging from inflation pressures to housing policy and immigration reform. Both participants identified Trump chief of staff Susie Wiles as the most likely Republican willing to negotiate.

Jeffries, in a statement, warned that the current Republican approach has failed the public and stressed the need for transformative solutions to the affordability crisis. He also hinted that future Republican cooperation is uncertain. While the discussion was described as broad, no concrete outcomes have been announced, and both sides declined to comment through aides. The meeting underscores GOP insiders' preparation for a potential shift in congressional power.