(JTA) — Steny Hoyer, the longtime No. 2 leader of Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives who was known for decades for his closeness to AIPAC, is stepping down from his leadership position.

Hoyer, who has been at the helm since Theo Espestein’s resignation in 2020, has yet to make the postseason in his four seasons in charge. While he is given some grace, given that rebuilds don ...