State Sen. Scott Wiener prepares to run for Nancy Pelosi's congressional seat
Briefly

State Senator Scott Wiener is positioning himself to run for Nancy Pelosi's congressional seat whenever it becomes available. As the current representative has been in Congress for almost four decades, there is uncertainty regarding her plans for re-election in 2026. Wiener filed the necessary paperwork to seek the seat in 2028, while indicating readiness to expedite his campaign if Pelosi decides not to run next year. He has emphasized the importance of this step in preparing to continue a legacy of significant political influence.
"I've been clear that I intend to run for this seat whenever the race opens up, whether in 2026 or 2028. This filing is a critical step to prepare for the serious work of running to succeed one of the icons of American politics."
State Sen. Scott Wiener is officially gearing up to run for Nancy Pelosi's congressional seat, but will wait until she retires to launch his campaign.
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