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Gen-Z Councilman Chi Osse Challenges Hakeem Jeffries' Leadership

11/11/2025

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Chi Osse, a left-leaning Gen-Z City Councilman, plans to challenge Democratic House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries in the upcoming primary.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani objects to the challenge, saying it could disrupt party unity between moderates and the far-left.
Insiders indicate Osse has begun hiring staff for his campaign, signaling an imminent announcement.
Jeffries is currently focused on opposing President Donald Trump and addressing the federal government shutdown and healthcare.

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Chi Osse, a left-leaning Gen-Z City Councilman, plans to challenge Democratic House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries in the upcoming primary.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani objects to the challenge, saying it could disrupt party unity between moderates and the far-left.
Insiders indicate Osse has begun hiring staff for his campaign, signaling an imminent announcement.
Jeffries is currently focused on opposing President Donald Trump and addressing the federal government shutdown and healthcare.