Chakrabarti Challenges Pelosi in San Francisco Primary

Saikat Chakrabarti, former chief of staff to Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, has announced his candidacy against Nancy Pelosi for the 2026 Democratic primary in San Francisco. Chakrabarti criticizes Pelosi and the broader Democratic leadership as 'paralyzed and unprepared' in the face of challenges posed by figures like Donald Trump and Elon Musk. He argues that the Democratic Party needs fresh leadership to address the evolving political landscape and improve living standards for Americans. Despite acknowledging Pelosi's career accomplishments, he believes her approach is outdated in today's America, where the traditional American Dream is increasingly inaccessible. Pelosi has filed paperwork to run for reelection but has not publicly confirmed her intention to complete another term. The primary winner is expected to hold the seat in this Democratic stronghold.