Scott Wiener Enters San Francisco Congressional Race | JQJO

Scott Wiener, a 55-year-old Democratic state senator known for housing and LGBTQ rights, will enter San Francisco’s congressional race despite Nancy Pelosi, 85, not yet announcing her 2026 plans. He praised Pelosi but said he’s done waiting, framing his move as ensuring progressive organizer Saikat Chakrabarti, 39, doesn’t succeed her, arguing Chakrabarti lacks deep San Francisco roots. Chakrabarti says he’s lived in the city since 2009 and is running to “save democracy.” Pelosi’s office offered no comment, citing focus on Proposition 50. If elected, Wiener would be the first gay person to represent San Francisco in federal office.