After Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 presidential election, a remark from former Speaker Nancy Pelosi resurfaced on social media, capturing the frustration within the Democratic Party. Pelosi’s line, “There’s no point in saying ‘good morning,’ because it certainly is not one,” which she originally delivered at a separate event, became a symbol of disillusionment after the defeat. Republicans seized on this as a reflection of the party’s mood.

Former Speaker Kevin McCarthy quickly blamed Pelosi for the loss, particularly for her role in pushing Kamala Harris as the party’s nominee. McCarthy criticized Pelosi for bypassing democratic processes to choose Harris, asserting that this maneuver, along with Biden’s withdrawal from the race, left the Democrats without a strong candidate. He further argued that Harris’s selection of Tim Walz as her running mate instead of Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro contributed to the loss, claiming that Walz failed to generate enthusiasm and appeal to key swing states.

Pelosi’s dissatisfaction with Biden’s campaign was apparent in her public statements, including one on MSNBC where she said, “It’s up to the president to decide if he is going to run,” fueling speculation that she had quietly influenced decisions behind the scenes. This comment reflected a growing uncertainty within the Democratic Party as they faced challenges leading up to the election.