San Francisco City Supervisor Connie Chan is running to succeed Nancy Pelosi in the U.S. House of Representatives with an endorsement from Pelosi.
The endorsement marks a critical transition for one of the most influential seats in the U.S. Congress, as it signals a handoff of progressive leadership in San Francisco.
Chan announced her candidacy on Monday, May 19, 2026 [1]. She said she is ready to be the “next phase for San Francisco’s future” as she seeks to represent California's 11th Congressional District [2], [3].
Pelosi, who served 40 years in Congress before her retirement [1], said she backs Chan to take over the seat. According to reports, Pelosi said Chan will continue the progressive agenda and effectively represent the interests of the district [4], [5].
Chan currently serves as a City Supervisor in San Francisco. The race for the 11th District has seen several candidates vying for the position, with a final push occurring just one day before the primary election [6].
While most primary sources identify Chan as the endorsed candidate, some reporting has mentioned other names in the race. However, the endorsement from the former Speaker remains centered on Chan's ability to maintain the political trajectory of the region [4], [5].
“Connie Chan is ready to be the “next phase for San Francisco’s future””
The endorsement of Connie Chan by Nancy Pelosi suggests a desire to maintain a specific brand of progressive politics in San Francisco. By backing a current City Supervisor, Pelosi is leveraging local government experience to ensure the 11th District remains a stronghold for the policies she championed during her four decades in Washington.
