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Hakeem Jeffries criticizes Mike Johnson for delaying the installation of a plaque honoring officers who defended the Capitol.
- The plaque, mandated by a 2022 law, honors police officers who responded to the Jan. 6, 2021 attack.
- House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries claims the plaque is finished and awaiting installation.
- Republicans have not provided a clear reason for the delay, despite multiple inquiries and pressure from Democrats.
- Speaker Mike Johnson's office states they are coordinating with the Capitol architect but offer no timeline.
- The delay coincides with National Police Week, where Republicans have focused on other law enforcement issues.
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- Democratic Party Political party
- United States Capitol Office in Washington, D.C., United States
- Mike Johnson Speaker of the United States House of Representatives
- Republican Party Political party
- Hakeem Jeffries Minority Leader of the U.S House of Representatives
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