Pelosi’s influence, once unquestioned, is now under fire, with critics blaming her for backroom maneuvering and a lack of voter engagement. Kevin McCarthy has accused her of undermining democracy, while progressives like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez warn of rising authoritarianism.
With calls for new leadership growing, Pelosi’s future remains uncertain. Some speculate she may retire, while others see this as a defining test of her resilience. Figures like Hakeem Jeffries and Gretchen Whitmer are being considered as potential new party leaders. Regardless, the Democratic Party is at a crossroads, and Pelosi’s role in its next chapter remains a major question.