The White House has sharply criticized House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries for pledging to oppose the Republican agenda "in the streets," characterizing his remarks as inciting violence. White House Deputy Press Secretary Kush Desai emphasized President Trump's focus on national unity and delivering on the American people's mandate, contrasting it with Jeffries' rhetoric, which Desai deemed "dangerous" and called for an immediate apology.

Republicans have also condemned Jeffries' comments made during a press conference in Brooklyn. The Democratic leader, appearing alongside Congressional Black Caucus Chair Yvette Clarke, criticized Trump's handling of a recent aircraft collision in Washington, D.C., and his administration's federal funding freezes.

When questioned about New York City Mayor Eric Adams' perceived lack of resistance to Trump's policies, Jeffries declined to comment directly on Adams, stating he would address the mayorship at a more appropriate time.

Jeffries outlined Democrats' plan to oppose what he termed an "extreme MAGA Republican agenda" through legislative action, legal challenges, and "in the streets." His spokesperson, Christie Stephenson, clarified that Jeffries' words referred to nonviolent protest, emphasizing the Democratic Party's commitment to peaceful petitioning of the government. However, GOP lawmakers have demanded an apology from Jeffries, citing his inflammatory language in an already tense political climate. House Majority Whip Tom Emmer echoed this sentiment, urging Jeffries to apologize for his "extreme rhetoric" and accusing him of attempting to divide the country. Rep. Randy Feenstra emphasized the strong public support for Trump's agenda.