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Scott Wiener Expected to Run for Nancy Pelosi's Congressional Seat

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Sen. Scott Wiener speaks during a press conference announcing legislation to increase nightlife in Downtown San Francisco to help the recovery of the neighborhood, in Union Square, San Francisco, on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025. (Beth LaBerge/KQED)

After facing a wave of criticism for a pair of viral videos, gubernatorial frontrunner and former U.S. Rep. Katie Porter apologized for her behavior in an interview with Marisa at the UC Student and Policy Center in Sacramento. Scott, Marisa and Guy talk about how she handled the public scrutiny and questions about her temperament.

Plus, they discuss reports that state Sen. Scott Wiener will run for the congressional seat currently held by Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi.

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