Pelosi Makes Major Decision About Her Political Future

By Bradley Cortright September 8, 2023 at 12:32pm

WASHINGTON, DC - DECEMBER 15: U.S. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) answers questions during her weekly press conference at the U.S. Capitol on December 15, 2022 in Washington, DC. Pelosi answered a range of questions during the press conference, primarily on her remaining time as Speaker of the House and her legislative legacy. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) is putting to rest questions about her political future.

During an event on Friday, Pelosi, 83, shared she will seek another term in the House of Representatives.

“I have decided now that in light of the values of San Francisco, which we have always been proud to promote, I’ve made the decision to seek re-election,” Pelosi said.

The audience erupted in the cheers in response.

Watch the video below:

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi announces she will seek reelection in 2024 pic.twitter.com/jnjYHLtf3g

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In November, Pelosi announced she would step down from leadership. However, she continued to serve in the House.

“There is no greater official honor for me than to stand on this floor and to speak for the people of San Francisco. This I will continue to do as a member of the House speaking for the people of San Francisco, serving the great state of California, and defending the Constitution,” she said in a floor speech announcing the decision, adding, “For me, the hour [has] come for a new generation to lead the Democratic caucus that I so deeply respect.”

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