Last week, Nancy Pelosi’s residence in San Francisco became the target of a Code Pink protest, with activists dumping 300 pounds of cow manure outside her home. The demonstration was accompanied by signs criticizing Pelosi’s stance on Israel, demanding an arms embargo. This incident is part of a series of protests by Code Pink at Pelosi’s residence since the October 7 attacks on Israel.
Code Pink protesters have faced legal consequences for their actions, with activist Heather Phipps charged with felony damage for vandalizing Pelosi’s property and the surrounding area with red paint. The cleanup costs incurred by the Department of Public Works amounted to $5,648. Another protester, Cynthia Papermaster, is facing misdemeanor vandalism charges for leaving handprints on Pelosi’s garage.
Tensions have escalated during these protests, with a video showing Pelosi telling a Code Pink protester to “Go back to China, where your headquarters is.” Pelosi referred to a New York Times investigation revealing ties between Code Pink’s co-founder, Jodie Evans, and groups aligned with the Chinese Communist Party. This exchange occurred on October 29, coinciding with the one-year anniversary of an attack on Pelosi’s husband, Paul Pelosi, who was hospitalized with severe injuries.
Code Pink criticized Pelosi for pressing charges and accused her of disregarding demands for a ceasefire, claiming that nearly 80% of Democrats support a ceasefire. The group contends that Pelosi is either unaware of her constituents’ needs or deliberately ignoring them. The ongoing protests highlight the contentious relationship between Pelosi and Code Pink regarding her positions on Israel and other issues.
