Saikat Chakrabarti, former aide to Ocasio-Cortez, announces run against Pelosi in 2026.

Saikat Chakrabarti, former chief of staff to Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, plans to run against House Speaker Nancy Pelosi in the 2026 Democratic primary. Chakrabarti, who has criticized Pelosi for blocking Ocasio-Cortez from leading a key House committee, argues the Democratic Party needs new leadership to address current challenges. He aims to bring progressive policies to the forefront, marking a significant move in the party's future direction.

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