Rep. Nancy Pelosi, the long-serving former Speaker of the House, will step down from Congress at the conclusion of her current term in 2027, her 40th year in office.

Pelosi’s retirement caps an historic career in politics that included extensive outreach toward the Jewish community , from the 85-year-old’s home district of San Francisco to the halls of Israel’s Knesset and beyond.

“Because of your trust I was able to represent our city, our country, around the world, with patriotism and pride,” the representative told her home district Thursday in a social media video announcing her decision. “I will not be seeking reelection to Congress. With a grateful heart I look forward to my final year of service as your proud representative.” The Roman Catholic also invoked “the spirit of St. Fr

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