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US Lawmaker Condemned Over Racist Remark About Jeffries
U.S. Representative Jen Kiggans is facing widespread condemnation and uproar following a radio host's racist remark about Hakeem Jeffries. Critics have called for her to address or distance herself from the comment.
12 May, 14:37 — 12 May, 18:23
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NYTMostly Factual93d ago
Jen Kiggans, Virginia Republican, Faces Uproar Over Radio Host’s Racist Remark About Jeffries
Representative Jen Kiggans, a Republican in a tough re-election fight, faced criticism after she agreed with comments by a local radio host that included a racist line about Hakeem Jeffries, the Democratic minority leader.
By Reid J. Epstein and Nick Corasaniti
Read full article →Al JazeeraMostly Factual93d ago
‘Cotton picking’: US lawmaker condemned for racist comment about Jeffries
US representative Jen Kiggans appears to endorse racist statements about top House Democrat Hakeem Jeffries.
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First report: NYT · 12 May, 14:37|Full coverage: 2 · 4h|Window: 4h
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