The announcement of Nancy Pelosi’s retirement sparked an immediate and pointed reaction from former President Trump during a Thursday press conference. As reporters were being escorted from the Oval Office, a shouted question about the departing Speaker prompted a surprisingly candid response.
Trump didn’t hesitate, labeling Pelosi as an “evil woman” and asserting she had been a “tremendous liability for the country.” His words were direct and forceful, delivered with a clear lack of regret or sentimentality.
The former President elaborated, claiming Pelosi had inflicted significant “damages” on the nation, both domestically and in its international reputation, throughout her nearly four decades in Congress. He expressed relief at her decision to step down, suggesting it was a service to the country.
Pelosi’s career began in 1987, when she was first elected to represent California at the age of 47. Her long tenure saw her rise to become one of the most powerful and recognizable figures in American politics.
In a separate conversation with Fox News correspondent Peter Doocy, Trump further characterized Pelosi as “evil, corrupt, and only focused on bad things for our country.” The intensity of his language underscored a deep-seated animosity.
Despite their contentious relationship, Trump surprisingly expressed a sense of honor regarding the two impeachment attempts leveled against him by Pelosi. He pointedly noted both efforts ultimately failed, framing them as personal victories.
Concluding his assessment, Trump dismissed Pelosi as a “highly overrated politician,” offering a final, dismissive judgment on her legacy as she prepares to leave Congress at the end of her term.
