Pelosi Endorses Schiff For Senate If Feinstein Retires

February 2, 2023 Democrats, Politics

Politico reports:

Rep. Nancy Peolsi on Thursday endorsed Rep. Adam Schiff in California’s high-profile Senate primary, backing the former House Intelligence Committee chair but only on the condition that Sen. Dianne Feinstein opts not to run again. “If Senator Feinstein decides to seek re-election, she has my whole-hearted support. If she decides not to run, I will be supporting House Intelligence Committee Chair Adam Schiff, who knows well the nexus between a strong Democracy and a strong economy,” Pelosi said in an email.

Read the full article. Democratic reps Katie Porter and Barbara Lee have also launched bids for Feinstein’s seat.

I’m deeply honored and proud to have the support of @SpeakerPelosi, who has been a friend and mentor throughout my time in Congress.

She’s accomplished so much for children and for working families, and deeply understands the challenges to our democracy that lie ahead.

— Adam Schiff (@AdamSchiff) February 2, 2023

PELOSI endorses Schiff for Senate *if* Feinstein retires pic.twitter.com/yYB9YrdcG3

— Kyle Cheney (@kyledcheney) February 2, 2023