Connie Chan Receives Nancy Pelosi Endorsement for San Francisco Congressional Seat

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced she will endorse San Francisco Board of Supervisors member Connie Chan as her successor in California’s 11th Congressional District, which covers most of San Francisco. In a short video filmed with the Golden Gate Bridge behind them, Pelosi said, “I know and love this district… I’m proud to endorse Democrat Connie Chan.” The endorsement comes just weeks before the June 2 primary that will advance the top two candidates to the November general election.

Chan, a Hong Kong‑born immigrant, faces a competitive field that includes State Senator Scott Wiener, tech entrepreneur Saikat Chakrabarti and community activist Marie Hurabiell. Pelosi’s backing is expected to provide a significant fundraising boost and lend her decades‑long political influence to Chan’s campaign. Some outlets have noted Chan’s earlier decision to designate the Chinese‑language newspaper Sing Tao Daily as a city outreach venue, prompting questions about potential ties to Chinese influence operations, but no formal allegations have been made.

The endorsement highlights the intra‑party divisions within the liberal San Francisco Democratic electorate and underscores the importance of the race as a micro‑cosm of national debates on housing, technology regulation, and progressive policy priorities.