The Republicans have taken control of the House, and Pelosi will not seek a position as minority leader.
"For me, the hour has come for a new generation to lead the Democratic caucus that I so deeply respect, and I'm grateful that so many are ready and willing to shoulder this awesome responsibility," Mrs. Pelosi told lawmakers.
Mrs. Pelosi, 82, isn't retiring from Congress, yet. She plans to stick around and play an advisory role for the leadership team, which is about to undergo the biggest shuffle in more than 15 years. She'll continue to represent her congressional district in San Francisco, a seat she's held since 1987.
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The Republicans have taken control of the House, and Pelosi will not seek a position as minority leader.
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"For me, the hour has come for a new generation to lead the Democratic caucus that I so deeply respect, and I'm grateful that so many are ready and willing to shoulder this awesome responsibility," Mrs. Pelosi told lawmakers.
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Mrs. Pelosi, 82, isn't retiring from Congress, yet. She plans to stick around and play an advisory role for the leadership team, which is about to undergo the biggest shuffle in more than 15 years. She'll continue to represent her congressional district in San Francisco, a seat she's held since 1987.
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