 The duties happening as seven members of the Democratic House caucus are now urging him to drop out of the presidential race. ABC national correspondent Stephen Portnoy, however, says further calls should cease, some say, while international leaders are in town. Asked if she believes the president should continue in the race, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi declined to say yes, telling MSNBC, He's beloved, he is respected, and people want him to make that decision.