Elizabeth Esty
Search results
The Office of Congresswoman Jahana Hayes strives to serve the people of Connecticut’s 5th District by elevating their voices in Congress and empowering them to be their own best advocate to impact meaningful change in their communities.
Jahana Hayes (née Flemming: born March 8, 1973) is an American educator and politician serving as the U.S. representative for Connecticut's 5th congressional district since 2019. The district, once represented by U.S. Senator Chris Murphy, comprises much of the state's northwestern portion, including New Britain, Danbury, and Waterbury.
Jahana Hayes is a community advocate, nationally-recognized educator, and problem solver. Having overcome poverty, homelessness, and teenage motherhood, she understands why so many people feel left out of the conversation.
Jahana Hayes represents Connecticut’s 5th District in the United States House of Representatives. The district spans northwest and central Connecticut and includes Danbury, Litchfield County, the Farmington Valley, the Naugatuck Valley, Meriden, and her hometown of Waterbury.
4 days ago · U.S. Rep. Jahana Hayes, running for reelection in Connecticut’s Fifth Congressional District , said Tuesday that she believes America is ready for Vice President Kamala Harris as the nation’s next leader. After weeks of “rumblings” in the Democratic caucus, Hayes said the party is now united around electing Harris.
Jahana Hayes is the U.S. Representative for the Fifth Congressional District of Connecticut. Hayes was elected in November 2018. She is the first African-American Congresswoman from Connecticut, and this is her first public office.
Aug 9, 2023 · U.S. Rep. Jahana Hayes is running for re-election in 2024, her campaign confirmed Wednesday, setting up what is likely to be another hotly-contested battle in the 5th Congressional District in Connecticut. Hayes, a Democrat from Wolcott, is the first Black woman to represent Connecticut in Congress.
Nov 4, 2020 · Jahana Hayes, the first Black woman elected to Congress from Connecticut, won a second term on Wednesday, overcoming a heated campaign that included a virtual town hall that was...
Jan 8, 2024 · Congresswoman Hayes has centered her work around reducing systemic barriers to healthcare that cause disparities, while increasing access and affordability. She has consistently fought for increased research dollars.
Nov 9, 2022 · Democrat Jahana Hayes has declared victory over Republican opponent George Logan in the race for the Fifth District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives.
