Nancy Pelosi’s husband, a top Democratic Party member and the speaker of the US House of Representatives was assaulted at his home in San Francisco. Here’s more on the incident.
The husband of Nancy Pelosi attacked by an intruder
Mr. Pelosi, the husband of a top US Democrat was attacked by an intruder in his San Fransico home. It was immediately not clear if the aggression was politically motivated as Nancy Pelosi was not in town.
“Early this morning, an assailant broke into the Pelosi residence in San Francisco and violently assaulted Mr. Pelosi,” stated Drew Hammill. Hammill is the Democratic leader’s spokesman for Nancy Pelosi’s office. “The assailant is in custody and the motivation for the attack is under investigation. Mr. Pelosi was taken to the hospital, where he is receiving excellent medical care and is expected to make a full recovery,” he added.
More on the incident
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Moreover, the attack adds to a tumultuous year for the 82-year-old venture capitalist. He was convicted of drunk driving after an accident in May. He was then sentenced to jail for five days. “The speaker and her family are grateful to the first responders and medical professionals involved. And request privacy at this time,” Hammill said. Karine Jean-Pierre, the White House press secretary revealed President Joe Biden was in contact with the family.
While the circumstances are unclear, the attack is raising a question about the safety of Congress members and their families. Additionally, the attack comes merely 11 days before the US midterm elections where public safety and crime are top concerns. “What happened to Paul Pelosi was a dastardly act. I spoke with Speaker Pelosi earlier this morning and conveyed my deepest concern and heartfelt wishes to her husband and their family, and I wish him a speedy recovery,” stated Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.