In a confident prediction, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) declared on CNN’s “The Lead” that Democrats will reclaim the majority in the House of Representatives in the upcoming November elections. According to Pelosi, this would pave the way for House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) to take the speaker’s gavel on January 6th.
Pelosi emphasized the importance of a peaceful transfer of power, while also criticizing attempts to undermine the election process. “We don’t agonize, we organize,” she said, highlighting the party’s focus on key issues such as reducing the cost of prescription drugs, healthcare, and childcare.
Pelosi expressed her conviction that Jeffries would become the next speaker, stating simply, “Hakeem will be speaker.” She drew inspiration from the National Anthem, referencing the lyrics “prove through the night that our flag is still there.” Pelosi applied this sentiment to the current political landscape, framing the upcoming election as a critical moment for Democrats to prove their resilience.
Using a metaphor from horse racing, Pelosi vowed that Democrats would “whip to the lead” and ultimately emerge victorious, emphasizing her confidence in the party’s chances of success.
