San Francisco Supervisor Connie Chan and State Sen. Scott Wiener advance in race to succeed Pelosi, CBS News projects
Updated on: June 3, 2026 / 1:13 PM PDT / CBS San Francisco
San Francisco Supervisor Connie Chan and State Sen. Scott Wiener advance in race to succeed Pelosi, CBS News projects San Francisco Supervisor Connie Chan and State Sen. Scott Wiener have advanced to the November election for California’s 11th Congressional District, a seat vacated by former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. They were the top two vote-getters in a crowded field that included Democrats, Republicans, and a no-party-preference candidate. Both Chan and Wiener have secured significant endorsements and are focusing on building broad coalitions as the campaign continues.
- Connie Chan and Scott Wiener advanced in the race for California’s 11th Congressional District.
- The seat was previously held by former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
- The top two vote-getters will proceed to the general election in November.
- Saikat Chakrabarti, who placed third, has ended his campaign but remains committed to addressing San Francisco’s challenges.
- Chan received Pelosi’s endorsement, while Wiener was endorsed by the California Democratic Party.
- Wiener has a legislative record including bills on housing supply and banning face masks for law enforcement.
- Chakrabarti, a former software engineer, spent the most money in the race.
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