Brooklyn pride as Hakeem Jeffries nears historic House speakership

America is back. A son of Brooklyn, now one step closer to making history. Hakeem Jeffries is poised to become the first Black Speaker of the House, a role that would put him second in line to the presidency. And he made it thanks to a massive victory for House Democrats. We made it, Brooklyn. We made it. Putting a national spotlight on the borough, Jeffries calls home. Born and raised in Brooklyn, he represents communities including Bed-Stuy, East New York, and Canarsie. People here say Jeffries always stays connected to the neighborhood. The man honestly does take time to listen and speak with you, and he's still down to earth. He still comes home so that he can get You know, the opinions of his constituents. This is Cornerstone Baptist Church in Bed-Stuy, where Jeffries grew up attending. And here, there's a deep pride in seeing one of their own on the brink of making history. And those folks started celebrating even before election night. The pastor actually Sunday congratulated him because we honestly predicted that he would win. So, I mean, it's a joyful time And for members of the Senior Center, his connection to the community is something they want to see carried into House leadership. He is a symbol of the Brooklyn community, so being in Washington, I think, would be an asset. I feel fabulous knowing that he's going to be the Speaker of the House. I am so glad. We have someone there to represent us. Jeffries still needs to win a House vote in January to become Speaker, which would make him one of the most influential Democrats in Washington. Reporting from Bed-Stuy, Natalie Hernandez, News 12.