House raises max salary for staff to nearly $200,000

Between the lines: The move would allow some staffers to earn higher salaries than elected officials. The compensation for most U.S. senators, representatives and delegates is s $174,000, according to the Congressional Research Service.

What she's saying: "This important action follows steps taken over the last two Congress to make the House more inclusive, open, and representative of the full range of voices and values of our communities," Pelosi wrote.