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Late-Night Showdown: Jeffries Stalls Bill as Kaptur Snoozes

7/4/2025

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In a dramatic late-night session, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries passionately spoke to stall the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. As the hours dragged on, 79-year-old Rep. Marcy Kaptur was caught dozing, leading Rep. Sarah McBride to step in. Meanwhile, Republicans tirelessly rallied votes, racing against a looming Fourth of July deadline.

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In a dramatic late-night session, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries passionately spoke to stall the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. As the hours dragged on, 79-year-old Rep. Marcy Kaptur was caught dozing, leading Rep. Sarah McBride to step in. Meanwhile, Republicans tirelessly rallied votes, racing against a looming Fourth of July deadline.