Democrats keep humiliating themselves.
In a bizarre stunt that immediately drew backlash, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., posted a photo of himself gripping a baseball bat — a not-so-subtle swipe at President Donald Trump’s new America First legislation.
Jeffries captioned the image with a warning that “House Democrats will keep the pressure on Trump’s One Big Ugly Bill.” But the attempt at intimidation didn’t just fall flat — it lit up conservative social media with outrage, ridicule, and serious questions about his judgment.
📸 The image — Jeffries standing in his Capitol Hill office holding a Louisville Slugger — sparked instant condemnation.
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Hakeem Jeffries posts pic of him holding a baseball bat with the caption: "House Democrats will keep the pressure on Trump's One Big Ugly Bill 💪" pic.twitter.com/RaXfA6Ow7Z
— Ken Klippenstein (@kenklippenstein) July 2, 2025
“Low energy,” posted Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., summing up the tone many conservatives felt.
“Union thug cosplay,” quipped author Chad Felix Greene.
“Nah, we beat the Dems at that too,” added Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Mo., posting a photo from the recent congressional baseball game where Republicans triumphed over Democrats.
Others took an even sharper tone.
“I don’t think it’s hyperbolic to say he may be the worst congressional leader in modern history,” wrote GOP strategist Matt Whitlock.
“Incitement to violence is all they have left,” posted Jim Hanson, president of the Security Studies Group.
“What exactly does he mean by this? Is this a threat?” asked Deputy Press Secretary Abigail Marone.
Rep. Tony Wied, R-Wis., simply wrote: “Beta.”
And Targeted Victory President Matt Gorman summed it up:
“The gap between how much charisma he has and how much he thinks he has could fill the Grand Canyon.”
Even Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte’s communications director weighed in:
“Sir, please put the Louisville Slugger DOWN.”
🚨 After widespread criticism, Jeffries quietly changed the post’s caption to a generic line about healthcare and apple pie — but by then, conservative Americans had already taken notice.
⚖️ While Democrats Grandstand, Republicans Deliver
The photo-op came as House Republicans fought late into the night to pass President Trump’s signature reconciliation package — a cornerstone of his America First legislative agenda.
Jeffries attempted to stall with a lengthy speech on the House floor. While Democrats gave him a standing ovation, the performance backfired.
Even Vice President JD Vance weighed in:
“A Republican congressman just messaged me saying he wasn’t sure about the bill — but after seeing Hakeem Jeffries’ speech, he’s now fully on board,” Vance posted on X.
🇺🇸 Bottom Line for Conservative Americans
As Democrats resort to props and theatrics, House Republicans are focused on results — passing pro-growth, pro-family, and pro-American legislation that strengthens our nation under President Trump’s leadership.
The American people aren’t interested in political stunts. They want action — and they’re getting it from a Republican-led Congress that puts the nation first.
👉 Stay tuned as the Trump-backed bill heads to final passage — and watch closely as the radical Left continues to unravel.
