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November 4, 2026 – The Latino Commission on AIDS and the Hispanic Health Network sends a heartfelt congratulations to Representative Hakeem Jeffries. Our Hope is that Representative Jeffries will become the upcoming Speaker of the House of Representative, making him the first ever Black Speaker in the U.S. Congress. The Hispanic/Latino communities in our country and Puerto Rico need a Speaker of the House of Representatives who helps bring the vision of investing in reaching healthy communities and to elevate the quality of life for all Americans.
“Our hope is that Representative Jeffries will serve as a transformational leader in the incoming Congress. We urge him to reverse the devastating Medicaid cuts, protect access to preventive care, strengthen social services, and ensure that everyone has access to quality, affordable health care. We look forward to working with Representative Jeffries to advance our nation through meaningful partnerships with communities across the country, particularly those most vulnerable. Together, we can drive meaningful change and build stronger, healthier communities free from stigma and discrimination,” stated Guillermo Chacon, Founder of the Hispanic Health Network and President of the Latino Commission on AIDS.
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