California
Sen. Wiener takes first step towards Washington
State Sen. Scott Wiener. Photograph: Liz Hafalia/The San Francisco Chronicle through Getty Pictures
State Sen. Scott Wiener has made maybe his largest sign but that his sights are set on Washington, D.C.
What’s occurring: Wiener, who represents San Francisco in our state Capitol, has fashioned an exploratory committee to run for the congressional seat presently held by U.S. Rep. Nancy Pelosi.
- The committee permits Wiener to fundraise for a possible run in 2024, one thing he says he’ll do provided that Pelosi decides to step down.
What they’re saying: Aaron Bennett, a spokesperson for Pelosi, advised Axios in an announcement that San Francisco’s congresswoman plans to hold out her present time period and has filed for reelection subsequent November.
Sure, however: That does not imply Pelosi will 100% run once more.
Particulars: Candidates might want to formally declare by December, and the first for Pelosi’s Home seat might be subsequent March.
What we’re watching: The Chronicle listed two different potential candidates ought to Pelosi retire — former San Francisco Supervisor Jane Kim and Pelosi’s daughter, Christine Pelosi, who’s served as a state and nationwide Democratic Occasion official.