Trump’s comments about Nancy Pelosi after her retirement announcement in November 2025 were widely reported as negative. He characterized Pelosi as an “evil woman,” a “liability” to the country, and expressed pleasure that she was retiring. Several outlets noted his remarks in the Oval Office as he answered questions about her departure, framing her tenure in highly critical terms. These statements were echoed across multiple major outlets the same day, reflecting a sharp escalation in rhetoric between the long-time adversaries.