Pelosi critics lose momentum in battle over her ascension

[DonViejo]

BY MIKE LILLIS AND SCOTT WONG - 11/09/18 06:00 AM EST

The insurgents are stuck.

Nancy Pelosi's Democratic critics are scrambling to prevent the long-time leader from seizing the Speaker's gavel next year following sweeping midterm wins that flipped control of the House.

But they're struggling to find someone willing to challenge Pelosi — even as a symbolic gesture. And Pelosi's heavy role in securing Tuesday's victories has both cooled the simmering rebellion against her and strengthened her case for remaining in power.

“It’s kind of hard for current members or incoming members to argue that we need change because we can’t move into the majority without change. Well, we just moved into the majority,” said Rep. Dan Kildee (D-Mich.) “It certainly takes that argument away.”

A small group of next-generation insurgents have been brainstorming in recent days for ways to topple Pelosi, who has led the House Democrats since 2003.

The idea is hardly new. Pelosi faced a challenge from former-Rep. Heath Shuler (D-N.C.) in 2010 after a red wave swept House Democrats from power. And Rep. Tim Ryan (D-Ohio) ran against her two years ago.

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https://thehill.com/homenews/house/415832-pelosi-critics-lose-momentum-in-battle-over-her-ascension

[Cha]

1. Congratulations Nancy, You

called it!

[MrsCoffee]

2. Lol. They never stood a chance.

[Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin]

3. Good