Kamala Harris and Nancy Pelosi are two of the most powerful female lawmakers in the world. They came up in the same 7-by-7-mile-wide Machiavellian political environment and broke barriers at every turn in their careers. But it would be a mistake to assume that they’re close allies, or that Harris would lean heavily on Pelosi for advice or support if she becomes president. While the two women have a cordial and respectful relationship, they are not personally close and have only been allies when the situation requires it, according to the nearly three dozen political insiders, lawmakers and consultants who spoke with the Chronicle about their relationship. Read more from our politics team at the link in our bio. #kamalaharris #nancypelosi #politics #election2024 #election