Nancy Pelosi announces retirement after four decades in Congress, reflecting on her legacy.
We’ve heard rumors for several days now, but it’s official: Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) is retiring. After four decades in D.C., the 85-year-old first female House speaker is hanging it up.
She posted a video on X, which came across partially as a love letter to San Francisco and partially as a farewell.
Thank you, San Francisco. pic.twitter.com/OP8ubeFzR6— Nancy Pelosi (@TeamPelosi) November 6, 2025
“I will not be seeking reelection to Congress. With a grateful heart, I look forward to my final year of service as your proud representative,” Pelosi said. “As we go forward, my message to the city I love is this: San Francisco, know your power. We have made history, we have made progress, we have always led the way. And now we must continue to do so by remaining full participants in our democracy and fighting for the American ideals we hold dear.
