Days after a third apparent assassination attempt on President Donald Trump’s life, he has been joined by fellow Republicans and rational Americans of all political affiliations in condemning violent rhetoric that fuels political extremism.

However, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) has intensified his inflammatory rhetoric toward Republicans following backlash for recent remarks about “maximum warfare” against political rivals. During a Monday press conference, Jeffries doubled down on his comments, stating to critics: “I don’t give a damn.”

“I stand by it,” Jeffries told reporters when asked about his vow last week to unleash “maximum warfare” on the GOP to counter the party’s redistricting efforts ahead of November’s midterm elections. “You can continue to criticize me for it. I don’t give a damn about your criticism.”

The remarks drew swift condemnation from Republicans, particularly after the third apparent assassination attempt on President Trump occurred at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner Saturday. Jeffries also targeted White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, whom he labeled a “disgrace” and a “stone-cold liar” following her criticism of Democratic rhetoric that frequently designates Trump as an existential threat.

“This so-called White House press secretary wants to lecture America and lecture us about civility. Get lost,” Jeffries said. “Clean up your own house before you have anything to say to us about the language that we use.”

Leavitt had previously condemned left-wing violent rhetoric, which resonated with many on social media. In a separate statement, Jeffries accused Leavitt of standing at a White House briefing and reading talking points critical of Democrats’ statements while ignoring remarks by MAGA extremists, including those who provided aid and comfort to violent insurrectionists during the January 6th attacks that brutalized police officers.