Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi refused to answer questions about her husband Paul Pelosi’s newly filed misdemeanor hit-and-run charge, remaining silent when asked if she believed the charge was fair as she walked to her car.

New Criminal Charge Filed Against Paul Pelosi

The Napa County District Attorney’s Office filed a misdemeanor hit-and-run charge against Paul Pelosi, 86, on Friday following a July 3 incident where he allegedly struck a parked Tesla and failed to contact the vehicle’s owner. The charge carries a maximum penalty of six months in county jail and a fine up to $1,000. Pelosi also faces an infraction for making an unsafe turn during the incident.

According to authorities, Pelosi drove away from the scene in his Maserati convertible, which broke down approximately half a mile later. When deputies located him, Pelosi claimed he knew he hit something but was unsure what it was and planned to return to the crash scene. The incident violated California law requiring drivers to make reasonable attempts to identify and contact the owner of any property they damage.

Pattern Of Driving Incidents

This marks the third time Pelosi has faced scrutiny over driving incidents spanning nearly seven decades. In 2022, he pleaded guilty to driving under the influence after crashing into an oncoming Jeep and injuring the driver, resulting in a misdemeanor conviction. The New York Times also reported that Pelosi was behind the wheel in a 1957 incident that killed his 19-year-old brother, though a jury cleared him of wrongdoing in that case.

California authorities have requested that Pelosi undergo a behind-the-wheel driving evaluation to determine if he can safely operate a vehicle. The evaluation follows concerns about the 86-year-old’s ability to drive responsibly after multiple incidents.

Pelosi Also Dodges Israel Funding Questions

Fox News Digital also questioned the former Speaker about her recent vote alongside over 100 House Democrats supporting an amendment to cut $3.3 billion in aid to Israel. She declined to comment on that vote as well. The amendment, introduced by Representative Thomas Massie, failed 314-104, with Massie being the only Republican voting in favor. The vote reflects mounting pressure on Democrats to oppose Israel’s handling of the Gaza conflict and represents a significant shift in the party’s traditional stance on Israeli aid under the current administration.