Long-time Democratic lawmaker Nancy Pelosi announced on Thursday that she will not seek reelection for a new term and will retire from the United States House of Representatives when her current term ends in January 2027.
Pelosi, first elected in 1987, became the first woman to serve as Speaker of the House and led her party through major legislative victories, including the Affordable Care Act. Known for her strong control of House Democratic strategy and her ability to marshal complex legislative coalitions, she has been a defining figure of the party’s leadership for decades.
In her video announcement to her San Francisco-area constituents, Pelosi referenced her devotion to public service and urged the city to “know your power.” The decision comes amid growing calls within the Democratic caucus for generational change and follows recent ballot-measure victories in California that many see as part of her legacy.
Pelosi leaves office having reshaped Congress and Democratic politics — her departure now triggers a competitive race for her seat, opening the door for new leadership in one of the most closely watched districts in the Bay Area.
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