California State Senator Scott Wiener is preparing a congressional run, setting up a potential challenge to Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, who has represented San Francisco since 1987. Wiener, having already filed paperwork and raised significant funds, is expected to formally launch his campaign, focusing on his legislative record and highlighting his work on LGBTQ+ rights. Pelosi, while still an influential figure, faces a challenge reflecting San Francisco’s evolving political landscape. The race will also include Saikat Chakrabarti. The outcome could represent a generational shift in San Francisco’s political future.
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Senator Scott Wiener has officially filed paperwork to run for the congressional seat currently held by Nancy Pelosi, with intentions to run in 2028. This move follows Wiener’s previous statements expressing interest in the seat whenever Pelosi decides to step down. Should Pelosi run for reelection in 2026, she would be competing against Saikat Chakrabarti. Wiener expressed his dedication to the people of San Francisco and emphasized the honor it would be to represent the city in Congress.
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Lauren Boebert’s absence from the recent debate has left many people wondering about her political strategy and future as a congresswoman. While her rivals took the opportunity to criticize her for her actions, it seems like Boebert may have chosen to avoid the heat by not participating in the debate. The fact that all five of her competitors in the Republican primary expressed their willingness to certify the results of the 2020 election, unlike Boebert, raises questions about her stance within the party and her chances of winning reelection.
It’s interesting to note that Boebert decided to move to a new, supposedly more conservative district in order to run for Congress, fearing that she might lose to a Democrat in her previous district.… Continue reading
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