WASHINGTON — Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi won’t run for reelection next year, bringing an end to a decadeslong career where she made history as the first woman to lead the House of Representatives and served as one of the most powerful voices in the Democratic Party.

Pelosi announced her plans on Thursday morning after weeks of speculation that she would retire after this term after representing San Francisco for 39 years. Her exit leaves open a solid Democratic seat that could result in a competitive primary to replace her.

“With a grateful heart, I look forward to my final year of service as your proud representative,” Pelosi said in her video announcement that was posted to X on Thursday morning. “My message to the city I love is this: San Francisco, know your power. We have alwa

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