Nancy Pelosi, the once-dominant force in Democratic politics, has found herself at the center of yet another political storm. Her latest remarks, in support of President Joe Biden’s controversial blanket pardon of his son Hunter, underscore just how far her star has fallen. Once revered as a master strategist, Pelosi now seems to be clinging to relevance as the Democratic Party grapples with the fallout of a presidency plagued by broken promises and disastrous optics.
Let’s not forget: Pelosi is widely regarded as a key figure in the effort to edge Biden out of the 2024 race. Alongside fellow Democratic power brokers Barack Obama, Chuck Schumer, and Hakeem Jeffries, Pelosi helped orchestrate the push to sideline Biden, citing concerns over his electability. The gambit backfired spectacularly when Kamala Harris—Biden’s intended replacement—crashed and burned in the general election, losing the popular vote, the electoral vote, and every swing state.
Pelosi just said the quiet part out loud and admitted that she got Biden defenestrated from the race. “I did what I had to do… My concern was not about the president, it was about his campaign.” pic.twitter.com/x2zQlqT4Qu
— Ian Miles Cheong (@stillgray) August 20, 2024
Now, Pelosi has done a full 180, declaring her unwavering support for the president she once sought to sideline. Asked about Biden’s unprecedented pardon of Hunter, Pelosi told The Hill, “I support the president.” Pressed further about the pardon specifically, she doubled down: “The pardon, yes.” The audacity is breathtaking. This is the same Nancy Pelosi who once proclaimed her actions were not about Biden but about preserving the integrity of the campaign. Apparently, that integrity doesn’t extend to standing against the brazen misuse of presidential power.
Pelosi’s position contrasts sharply with many in her own party. Democratic Senators Gary Peters and Michael Bennet criticized the pardon as a betrayal of the rule of law, while House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar expressed disappointment, noting the pardon undermines the justice system’s credibility. These voices represent a growing chorus of Democrats frustrated by the old guard’s repeated missteps and self-serving politics.
In the new Congress, we will work to pass House & Senate Democrats‘ #ProtectingOurDemocracy Act, which prevents any president from abusing the pardon power. pic.twitter.com/Clb0GARCkF
— Nancy Pelosi (@SpeakerPelosi) November 25, 2020
For Pelosi, this latest episode is emblematic of her waning influence. The November 5 election has effectively closed the book on the Obama-Pelosi-Schumer era, a time marked by progressive overreach and a persistent disconnect from the concerns of everyday Americans. Their legacy? A party fractured by infighting, electoral losses, and policies that prioritize ideology over pragmatism.
As Pelosi contemplates a potential run in 2026—when she would be 86 years old—it’s time for a reality check. Her era is over. Rather than clinging to the spotlight, Pelosi should step aside with whatever dignity remains, allowing a new generation of leaders to emerge. Her career, while historic in many ways, has become a cautionary tale of overstaying one’s welcome.
#NEW: House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is planning to introduce legislation to limit the president’s pardon powers after President Trump commuted the sentence of Roger Stone, calling it “an act of staggering corruption.” pic.twitter.com/sGhemJKong
— Jenn Franco KESQ (@jennfranconews) July 11, 2020
