Pelosi Seeks Reelection to House in 2024, Aiming to Defend Democracy and Support Jeffries as Next Speaker

Nancy Pelosi announced she will seek re-election to the House in 2024. The 83-year-old has represented San Francisco since 1987.
Pelosi was the first female Speaker of the House, serving from 2007-2011 and 2019-2023.
She stepped down as Democratic leader after Republicans regained House control in 2022.
Her announcement comes amid questions over age and competency of senior Congressional leaders.
Pelosi believes democracy is at stake and wants to help elect Biden and appoint Hakeem Jeffries as next Speaker.

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Pelosi Seeks Reelection to House in 2024, Aiming to Defend Democracy and Support Jeffries as Next Speaker

Nancy Pelosi announced she will seek re-election to the House in 2024. The 83-year-old has represented San Francisco since 1987.
Pelosi was the first female Speaker of the House, serving from 2007-2011 and 2019-2023.
She stepped down as Democratic leader after Republicans regained House control in 2022.
Her announcement comes amid questions over age and competency of senior Congressional leaders.
Pelosi believes democracy is at stake and wants to help elect Biden and appoint Hakeem Jeffries as next Speaker.

theguardian.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/7/2023

Inside Nancy Pelosi’s Fight For San Francisco

9/7/2023

Nancy Pelosi, 83, is considering another run for office: report

9/9/2023

9/11/2023

Newsom Eyes Feinstein's Seat and Reflects on Pandemic Response as Democrats Aim to Keep House Majority

9/14/2023

Pelosi Defends Impeachment Approach, Endorses Biden Despite Age Concerns

9/30/2023

Sen. Dianne Feinstein Dies at Age 90; Body to Be Flown to California Accompanied by Pelosi and Daughter