This photo is going viral.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, known for her strong presence in Washington, recently experienced a rather unfortunate incident while on a bipartisan trip to Luxembourg. At 84 years old, Pelosi suffered a hip injury after a fall on marble steps at the Grand Ducal Palace, a historic World War II battlefield site. The fall, which occurred last Friday, was a reminder that even the most seasoned political figures aren’t immune to the physical toll of age. Pelosi, however, showed remarkable resilience and determination in the face of injury, even posing for a group photo shortly after the fall.
Rep. Michael McCaul (R-Texas), Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, was present at the time of the incident and described the scene to reporters. McCaul, who helped Pelosi to her feet, noted that she was wearing high heels—something he attributed to her fall. According to McCaul, Pelosi was on the final steps of the staircase, which lacked a railing, when she lost her balance and fell. Despite the pain, Pelosi remained composed and even managed to stand for a photograph before being rushed to a hospital. The image that followed, showing McCaul assisting Pelosi, sparked speculation about her discomfort, with some observers noting her left hand placed carefully over her hip.
Pelosi, who was in Luxembourg to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge, was quickly taken to the Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany, where she underwent hip replacement surgery. McCaul, who spoke to Pelosi after the surgery, reported that she was in good spirits, though understandably eager to return home to the United States.
Despite stepping down from the Speaker’s role over two years ago, Pelosi remains a significant force in the Democratic Party. She has continued to wield considerable influence, notably in recent months, when she reportedly helped lead efforts to pressure President Biden to reconsider his 2024 campaign. Additionally, Pelosi has been active behind the scenes, opposing certain progressive members, including Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), in key party decisions.
As Pelosi recovers, her legacy as a political powerhouse is undeniably secure. The fact that she continues to engage in party matters, even from behind the scenes, speaks to her enduring influence, even as she faces the challenges of age and health. In the meantime, House Republicans, including McCaul, will be watching closely as her successor, Rep. Brian Mast (R-Fla.), prepares to take over as Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee in the upcoming Congress.
LOOK:
Nancy Pelosi took this picture AFTER breaking her hip.
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