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Is Gavin Newsom related to Nancy Pelosi?

The two share a familial connection that goes back several decades

BEFORE Gavin Newsom was elected governor, he already had political ties within his extended family.

Through his Aunt Barbara, the former California mayor is distantly related to 52nd House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.

Gavin Newsom and Nancy Pelosi pictured together in February 2010
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Gavin Newsom and Nancy Pelosi pictured together in February 2010Credit: Getty

Is Gavin Newsom related to Nancy Pelosi?

Through Belinda Barbara Newsom and Ron Pelosi's past marriage, Gavin Newsom is Nancy Pelosi's former nephew in law.

Barbara was Gavin's paternal aunt and Ron is Nancy's brother in law.

Ron is the brother of Nancy's husband Paul Pelosi, who tied the knot on September 7, 1963.

Barbara and Ron's marriage lasted from 1956 to 1977; they divorced when Gavin was 10 years old.

The former married couple had five children together.

They were parents to Carolyn, Cynthia, Brennan, Matthew, and Laurence.

Following their divorce, Ron tied the knot with Susan Ferguson in 1979.

On November 22, 2008, 73-year-old Barbara lost her battle with pancreatic cancer and died at her home in San Francisco.

What did Newsom say about Pelosi stepping down as House Democratic leader?

On November 17, 2022, Nancy Pelosi announced she was stepping down from her position as House Democratic Leader.

Regarding his former aunt in law's decision, Governor Newsom stated: "Nancy Pelosi is the model of dedicated public service.

"Speaker Pelosi has never wavered in the fight to better our nation, even in the face of opposition or hate.

"Time and again, she has delivered for California and for the nation, often in the face of unspeakable odds.

Nancy Pelosi née D'Alesandro and Gavin Newsom pictured at a press conference in February 2007
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Nancy Pelosi née D'Alesandro and Gavin Newsom pictured at a press conference in February 2007Credit: Getty

"Her career in Congress, and as Speaker, has been a masterclass in powerful, empathetic leadership, guided by her strong moral compass and unmatched political skill."

He added: "During her three decades of service in the House, Speaker Pelosi has shaped California and the nation for the better – and generations to come will benefit from her work."

Pelosi was in office for 20 years, her term in office began on January 3, 2003, and concluded on January 3, 2023.

"With great confidence in our caucus, I will not seek reelection to Democratic leadership in the next Congress," she revealed during a press conference.

"For me, the hour’s come for a new generation to lead the Democratic caucus that I so deeply respect, and I’m grateful that so many are ready and willing to shoulder this awesome responsibility

"It's been with great pride in my 35 years in the House I have seen this body grow more reflective of our great nation, our beautiful nation."

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Where is Newsom from?

Born on October 10, 1967, 40th Governor Newsom is from San Francisco, California.

Meanwhile, former House Speaker Pelosi is from Baltimore, Maryland.

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