House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) and Senator Raphael Warnock (D-GA) addressed the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) convention in Washington, D.C., on July 16, 2024. The congressional leaders appeared alongside AFT President Randi Weingarten to speak before members of the labor union.
During the event, the speakers addressed the theme of national and organizational unity. The appearances were part of a series of scheduled addresses at the labor federation's biennial gathering, which brings together educators and healthcare professionals from across the United States.
Rep. Jeffries and Sen. Warnock discussed legislative priorities and the current political climate as it relates to labor and education. The AFT regularly hosts political figures at its national conventions to discuss policy goals and member engagement.