Nancy Pelosi praises San Francisco candidate Connie Chan in congressional race

House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi has not issued a formal endorsement for her successor in California’s 12th district, but she praised progressive Supervisor Connie Chan as a "great" candidate. Pelosi, who is set to retire, has quietly supported Chan, attending her fundraiser, posing for photos, and highlighting the prospect of electing the city’s first Asian‑American representative to Congress. While she stopped short of a definitive endorsement, Pelosi said it would be "very exciting" to see Chan win the seat.

Chan trails in recent polls behind other contenders, but Pelosi’s remarks signal backing from the retiring leader and the powerful local unions that have supported Chan. The endorsement remains unofficial, with Pelosi’s spokesperson confirming she will not make a formal statement at this time.