Fund border security with more agents and resources
Invest in border technology, including drug detection at ports of entry
Decide asylum and immigration cases faster
“Cyril supports immigration reform and securing the border with smart, bipartisan measures, and rebuilding America’s military edge—while fully honoring veterans and keeping our values intact.”
“Secure the border the smart way. Cyril supports bipartisan solutions like the Border Act of 2024 to add border agents, judges, and cutting-edge fentanyl detection technology at legal ports of entry—where over 90% of fentanyl is caught.”
Require judicial warrants for immigration arrests and searches
Protect schools, churches, hospitals and other sensitive places from enforcement
Limit immigration agents' use of force
Hold ICE and its agents accountable for abuses
Raise training and conduct standards for immigration agents
“Cyril is standing with fellow mayors across the country calling on Congress to condition any new Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding on clear, enforceable guardrails: CBP and ICE agents must be clearly identifiable (no masks), body-worn cameras must be used, entries must require judicial warrants, and sensitive places like schools and hospitals must be protected. Law enforcement and constitutional rights are not competing goals.”
“As a member of Congress, Cyril will raise those standards at the federal level. He believes ICE must be overhauled. If professionalism and restraint are expected of local departments, federal agencies should meet the same—if not higher—standards. He will work to ensure ICE follows the law and has the proper training, oversight, and accountability to keep communities across NC-06 safe from excessive force.”
Fix the immigration system through comprehensive reform
Include border security and enforcement in immigration reform
Expand legal immigration and make it easier to come legally
“Cyril supports immigration reform and securing the border with smart, bipartisan measures, and rebuilding America’s military edge—while fully honoring veterans and keeping our values intact.”
“Fix our broken immigration system. He’ll expand legal visa pathways, streamline hiring for trusted employers, and protect American wages with E-Verify.”
“Fix our broken immigration system. He’ll expand legal visa pathways, streamline hiring for trusted employers, and protect American wages with E-Verify.”
Tie immigration enforcement funding to conduct rules and oversight
“Cyril is standing with fellow mayors across the country calling on Congress to condition any new Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding on clear, enforceable guardrails: CBP and ICE agents must be clearly identifiable (no masks), body-worn cameras must be used, entries must require judicial warrants, and sensitive places like schools and hospitals must be protected. Law enforcement and constitutional rights are not competing goals.”
“Keeping government out of the doctor’s office is essential to preserving individual liberties and human dignity. A person doesn’t have to agree with abortion to recognize that it’s someone else’s right to choose the healthcare that is most helpful to them.”
“Lowering Healthcare Costs: Capping out-of-pocket expenses, expanding public insurance options, and increasing transparency across the healthcare system.”
Stop drug companies' price gouging and excessive price hikes
“Cyril will protect Medicaid and Medicare, lower drug costs, and expand mental-health care while tackling hunger through SNAP and farm-to-school programs—so families never have to choose between health and food.”
“Cyril will protect Medicaid and Medicare, lower drug costs, and expand mental-health care while tackling hunger through SNAP and farm-to-school programs—so families never have to choose between health and food.”
“Lowering Healthcare Costs: Capping out-of-pocket expenses, expanding public insurance options, and increasing transparency across the healthcare system.”
“Cyril will protect Medicaid and Medicare, lower drug costs, and expand mental-health care while tackling hunger through SNAP and farm-to-school programs—so families never have to choose between health and food.”
Fund community clinics, local services and telehealth for mental health
“Cyril will protect Medicaid and Medicare, lower drug costs, and expand mental-health care while tackling hunger through SNAP and farm-to-school programs—so families never have to choose between health and food.”
“I believe our country will be better off when we collectively care as much about babies outside the womb as we do about those who are in it. That means we must invest in early childhood education and maternal health.”
“Furthermore, I don’t know a person who makes the abortion decision lightly. I typically find that people are in desperate situations, and end up making a very personal and private decision that ultimately no one ever wants to make.”
Bar members of Congress from becoming lobbyists after they leave
Hold Supreme Court justices to binding ethics rules
“Advance meaningful structural reforms, including congressional term limits, overriding Citizens United, banning stock trading by members of Congress, establishing a moratorium on lobbying after leaving office, and implementing a binding code of judicial ethics for the U.S. Supreme Court.”
“Advance meaningful structural reforms, including congressional term limits, overriding Citizens United, banning stock trading by members of Congress, establishing a moratorium on lobbying after leaving office, and implementing a binding code of judicial ethics for the U.S. Supreme Court.”
“Advance meaningful structural reforms, including congressional term limits, overriding Citizens United, banning stock trading by members of Congress, establishing a moratorium on lobbying after leaving office, and implementing a binding code of judicial ethics for the U.S. Supreme Court.”
“Cyril believes government leaders must be strong enough to protect our freedoms and prevent overreach. Preserving democracy requires respect for the Constitution, separation of powers, and leaders who answer to the people—not to special interests or partisan extremes.”
Fund violence intervention and crime prevention programs
Send mental health responders to crisis calls
Keep communities safe from crime
“Cyril believes government must be accountable to the people and constrained by the Constitution—not driven by overreach. In Congress, he’ll defend democratic guardrails while supporting smart, accountable public safety investments that keep communities safe.”
“As Mayor of High Point, he implemented a focused, data-driven crime reduction strategy that helped deliver a 67% drop in homicides and an overall reduction in violent crime—proving that effective government is measured by results, not rhetoric.”
“He supports investing in modern policing tools, mental health crisis response teams, and proven prevention programs—while maintaining clear accountability metrics for outcomes.”
Fund police departments and give them the resources they need
Build trust between police and the communities they serve
Strengthen oversight and accountability for police
“Safety requires trust. As Mayor of High Point, Cyril’s first responsibility has been to keep his community safe—and to protect the trust that makes public safety possible. He has seen firsthand that communities are strongest when law enforcement is professional, transparent, and accountable. That same approach is what he will bring to Washington on behalf of North Carolina’s 6th District.”
“Under Cyril’s leadership, High Point has seen violent crime decrease and community rapport remain strong. His record demonstrates that laws can be enforced without excessive force—but it takes training, transparency, and accountability.”
“He supports investing in modern policing tools, mental health crisis response teams, and proven prevention programs—while maintaining clear accountability metrics for outcomes.”
Use scanning technology to catch drugs at ports of entry
“Secure the border the smart way. Cyril supports bipartisan solutions like the Border Act of 2024 to add border agents, judges, and cutting-edge fentanyl detection technology at legal ports of entry—where over 90% of fentanyl is caught.”
Strengthen tenant protections against eviction, discrimination and retaliation
“Making Housing Affordable: Expanding federal support for affordable housing, modernizing zoning laws, and protecting renters from skyrocketing rents and evictions.”
“Cyril led High Point’s $40M housing impact fund, leveraging $2M in public funding to secure $38M in private investment to expand housing supply and improve affordability. He championed streamlined permitting processes and served on the NC Residential Code Council to keep homes safe and attainable.”
“Making Housing Affordable: Expanding federal support for affordable housing, modernizing zoning laws, and protecting renters from skyrocketing rents and evictions.”
Cut red tape and speed up permits for home building
Invest public money in building new homes
“Cyril will bring federal dollars home to modernize roads, rail, and broadband, support small businesses and farmers, and boost housing supply—using the same results-driven approach that secured millions for High Point without raising taxes.”
“Cyril led High Point’s $40M housing impact fund, leveraging $2M in public funding to secure $38M in private investment to expand housing supply and improve affordability. He championed streamlined permitting processes and served on the NC Residential Code Council to keep homes safe and attainable.”
“Cyril led High Point’s $40M housing impact fund, leveraging $2M in public funding to secure $38M in private investment to expand housing supply and improve affordability. He championed streamlined permitting processes and served on the NC Residential Code Council to keep homes safe and attainable.”
“We need to cut red tape and make government work better, so it's easier to build homes, grow small businesses, and improve public infrastructure in our communities”
“Making Housing Affordable: Expanding federal support for affordable housing, modernizing zoning laws, and protecting renters from skyrocketing rents and evictions.”
Expand incentives such as tax credits for building affordable housing
Change zoning rules to allow more affordable housing
Protect neighborhood character as housing is added
“Cyril’s plan will bring down costs, making the American Dream achievable for all—building on his record of creating affordable housing and creating economic relief for working families”
Pursue trade deals and fair-trade rules instead of broad tariffs
“Oppose reckless tariffs that act as hidden taxes on working families. Across-the-board tariffs raise prices on groceries, cars, building materials, and everyday goods—driving up the cost of living for families and small businesses across NC-06.”
“Mayor Cyril Jefferson, candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives and current mayor of High Point, is speaking out strongly against proposed federal tariffs on imported furniture—calling the policy “a direct threat to local jobs, small businesses, and the future of North Carolina’s furniture industry.””
“Cyril’s plan will bring down costs, making the American Dream achievable for all—building on his record of creating affordable housing and creating economic relief for working families”
“I believe our country will be better off when we collectively care as much about babies outside the womb as we do about those who are in it. That means we must invest in early childhood education and maternal health.”
Improve teachers' working conditions, including smaller classes
“Cyril will raise teacher pay, expand affordable childcare, and create debt-free career pathways through apprenticeships—backed by his proven success in mobilizing $10M for job training and education.”
“Cyril will protect Medicaid and Medicare, lower drug costs, and expand mental-health care while tackling hunger through SNAP and farm-to-school programs—so families never have to choose between health and food.”
Expand small businesses' access to loans, grants and capital
Support small businesses
“Cyril will bring federal dollars home to modernize roads, rail, and broadband, support small businesses and farmers, and boost housing supply—using the same results-driven approach that secured millions for High Point without raising taxes.”
“We need to cut red tape and make government work better, so it's easier to build homes, grow small businesses, and improve public infrastructure in our communities”
“I also played a lead role in bringing Carolina Core FC, a professional soccer team, to the area. That project helped spark new investment and economic activity across the community.”
Make job training free or affordable, without debt
Tie training funds to job placement and wage results
“Cyril will raise teacher pay, expand affordable childcare, and create debt-free career pathways through apprenticeships—backed by his proven success in mobilizing $10M for job training and education.”
Expand and streamline work visas to meet labor needs
Keep immigration from undercutting American workers' wages and jobs
Require E-Verify nationwide
“Fix our broken immigration system. He’ll expand legal visa pathways, streamline hiring for trusted employers, and protect American wages with E-Verify.”
Expand access to child care, with more centers, slots and providers
“Cyril will raise teacher pay, expand affordable childcare, and create debt-free career pathways through apprenticeships—backed by his proven success in mobilizing $10M for job training and education.”
Expand and strengthen SNAP, WIC and other food assistance
Make sure everyone has enough to eat
Connect local farms with SNAP, food banks and meal programs
“Cyril will protect Medicaid and Medicare, lower drug costs, and expand mental-health care while tackling hunger through SNAP and farm-to-school programs—so families never have to choose between health and food.”
“Under Cyril’s leadership, High Point transformed from one of the worst-ranked areas for food hardship to a 2024 All-America City Award winner for tackling hunger.”
Win infrastructure funding for their own state or district
Fund infrastructure without raising local taxes
“Cyril will bring federal dollars home to modernize roads, rail, and broadband, support small businesses and farmers, and boost housing supply—using the same results-driven approach that secured millions for High Point without raising taxes.”
Invest in repairing and modernizing roads and bridges
Secure funding for local road and bridge projects
Improve roads without raising taxes
“Cyril will bring federal dollars home to modernize roads, rail, and broadband, support small businesses and farmers, and boost housing supply—using the same results-driven approach that secured millions for High Point without raising taxes.”
“Modernize our military and support veterans. Cyril will invest in cybersecurity, AI defense systems, and resilient supply chains while fully funding VA care, cutting claims backlogs, and helping service members transition to civilian careers.”
Strengthen transition programs for service members leaving the military
“Modernize our military and support veterans. Cyril will invest in cybersecurity, AI defense systems, and resilient supply chains while fully funding VA care, cutting claims backlogs, and helping service members transition to civilian careers.”
Expand high-speed internet access, including in rural areas
Increase public funding to build out broadband
“Cyril will bring federal dollars home to modernize roads, rail, and broadband, support small businesses and farmers, and boost housing supply—using the same results-driven approach that secured millions for High Point without raising taxes.”
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“Reducing Debt and Building Stability: Reforming credit systems, expanding debt relief programs, and creating savings incentives for working families.”