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A nearly monthlong dust-up over a police commissioner’s seat ended with the San Francisco Board of Supervisors voting to remove Max Carter-Oberstone, an ardent advocate of law enforcement reform, from his role on the oversight body.

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A nearly monthlong dust-up over a police commissioner’s seat ended with the San Francisco Board of Supervisors voting to remove Max Carter-Oberstone, an ardent advocate of law enforcement reform, from his role on the oversight body.

In a 9-2 vote Tuesday — with supervisors Myrna Melgar and Jackie Fielder opposing — the board removed Carter-Oberstone just weeks after <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2025/02/04/san-francisco-mayor-bold-play-remove-sfpd-commissioner/">Mayor Daniel Lurie&#8217;s Feb. 4 request for the commissioner&#8217;s ouster</a>. In a subsequent vote, supervisors unanimously appointed Lurie&#8217;s nominee, <a href="https://www.sf.gov/mayor-lurie-makes-first-round-of-new-appointments-wilson-leung-to-police-commission-jean-fraser-to-prop-e-commission-alicia-john-baptiste-to-mtc-tessie-guillermo-and-dr-laurie-green-reappointed-to-health-commission" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">former federal prosecutor Wilson Leung</a>, for a separate vacant seat.

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In a 9-2 vote Tuesday — with supervisors Myrna Melgar and Jackie Fielder opposing — the board removed Carter-Oberstone just weeks after <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2025/02/04/san-francisco-mayor-bold-play-remove-sfpd-commissioner/">Mayor Daniel Lurie's Feb. 4 request for the commissioner's ouster</a>. In a subsequent vote, supervisors unanimously appointed Lurie's nominee, <a href="https://www.sf.gov/mayor-lurie-makes-first-round-of-new-appointments-wilson-leung-to-police-commission-jean-fraser-to-prop-e-commission-alicia-john-baptiste-to-mtc-tessie-guillermo-and-dr-laurie-green-reappointed-to-health-commission" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">former federal prosecutor Wilson Leung</a>, for a separate vacant seat.

In a 9-2 vote Tuesday — with supervisors Myrna Melgar and Jackie Fielder opposing — the board removed Carter-Oberstone just weeks after <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2025/02/04/san-francisco-mayor-bold-play-remove-sfpd-commissioner/">Mayor Daniel Lurie&#8217;s Feb. 4 request for the commissioner&#8217;s ouster</a>. In a subsequent vote, supervisors unanimously appointed Lurie&#8217;s nominee, <a href="https://www.sf.gov/mayor-lurie-makes-first-round-of-new-appointments-wilson-leung-to-police-commission-jean-fraser-to-prop-e-commission-alicia-john-baptiste-to-mtc-tessie-guillermo-and-dr-laurie-green-reappointed-to-health-commission" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">former federal prosecutor Wilson Leung</a>, for a separate vacant seat.

Carter-Oberstone, whom former Mayor London Breed nominated in late 2021, <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2022/09/23/whats-really-behind-the-mayors-spat-with-her-appointee-influence-over-sfpds-future-leadership/">fell out of her favor</a> by refusing to push for her policy recommendations and <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/02/07/supervisors-fix-breeds-resignation-gate-get-earful-on-delayed-reparations-hearing/">revealing her practice of forcing appointees to sign undated resignation letters</a>. While on the commission, Carter-Oberstone called for tackling police misconduct and <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/02/21/san-francisco-police-commission-final-vote-to-limit-pretext-stops/">racial profiling</a>.&nbsp;

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Carter-Oberstone, whom former Mayor London Breed nominated in late 2021, <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2022/09/23/whats-really-behind-the-mayors-spat-with-her-appointee-influence-over-sfpds-future-leadership/">fell out of her favor</a> by refusing to push for her policy recommendations and <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/02/07/supervisors-fix-breeds-resignation-gate-get-earful-on-delayed-reparations-hearing/">revealing her practice of forcing appointees to sign undated resignation letters</a>. While on the commission, Carter-Oberstone called for tackling police misconduct and <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/02/21/san-francisco-police-commission-final-vote-to-limit-pretext-stops/">racial profiling</a>.&nbsp;

The commissioner’s critical perspective of the San Francisco Police Department contrasts with Lurie’s call for more law enforcement. Additionally, Lurie created a committee during last year’s March primary to support Proposition E, a voter-approved measure <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/01/22/london-breed-prop-e-san-francisco-police-fundraising/">that loosened rules surrounding vehicle pursuits and surveillance technology</a> and drew the ire of police reform advocates.

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The commissioner’s critical perspective of the San Francisco Police Department contrasts with Lurie’s call for more law enforcement. Additionally, Lurie created a committee during last year’s March primary to support Proposition E, a voter-approved measure <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/01/22/london-breed-prop-e-san-francisco-police-fundraising/">that loosened rules surrounding vehicle pursuits and surveillance technology</a> and drew the ire of police reform advocates.

Mayor-elect Daniel Lurie, left, speaks to San Francisco Police (SFPD) Chief William “Bill” Scott while walking through the Tenderloin neighborhood in San Francisco.  Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025. Lurie has stated that crime, homelessness and other quality of life issues are a top priority for his administration.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1667" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/ap2500878949232711.jpg?w=2500" alt="A man in a suit and a police officer in uniform are walking and talking. They are surrounded by other uniformed officers on a city street." class="wp-image-360281"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Mayor Daniel Lurie has the power to remove SFPD Chief Bill Scott, though candidates for a replacement are chosen by the police commission.</figcaption></figure>

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<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/ap2500878949232711.jpg?w=2500" alt="A man in a suit and a police officer in uniform are walking and talking. They are surrounded by other uniformed officers on a city street." class="wp-image-360281"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Mayor Daniel Lurie has the power to remove SFPD Chief Bill Scott, though candidates for a replacement are chosen by the police commission.</figcaption></figure>

In an interview Tuesday, Carter-Oberstone blasted Lurie for trying to make commissioners “do as they&#8217;re told.” During his time on the police oversight body, Carter-Oberstone often disagreed with his moderate colleagues and the mayor’s office.

In an interview Tuesday, Carter-Oberstone blasted Lurie for trying to make commissioners “do as they're told.” During his time on the police oversight body, Carter-Oberstone often disagreed with his moderate colleagues and the mayor’s office.

In an interview Tuesday, Carter-Oberstone blasted Lurie for trying to make commissioners “do as they&#8217;re told.” During his time on the police oversight body, Carter-Oberstone often disagreed with his moderate colleagues and the mayor’s office.

&#8220;It indicates a lack of respect for our city&#8217;s founding [charter] and for our city&#8217;s system of government,” he said. Carter-Oberstone also said the lack of explanation for his removal flies in the face of the promises of transparency Lurie made while on the campaign trail.

"It indicates a lack of respect for our city's founding [charter] and for our city's system of government,” he said. Carter-Oberstone also said the lack of explanation for his removal flies in the face of the promises of transparency Lurie made while on the campaign trail.

&#8220;It indicates a lack of respect for our city&#8217;s founding [charter] and for our city&#8217;s system of government,” he said. Carter-Oberstone also said the lack of explanation for his removal flies in the face of the promises of transparency Lurie made while on the campaign trail.

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&#8220;There&#8217;s a big difference between campaigning and governing, and Daniel Lurie doesn&#8217;t have a track record in public life, in public office, and so the public&#8217;s getting to see what kind of leader he is,” Carter-Oberstone said.

"There's a big difference between campaigning and governing, and Daniel Lurie doesn't have a track record in public life, in public office, and so the public's getting to see what kind of leader he is,” Carter-Oberstone said.

&#8220;There&#8217;s a big difference between campaigning and governing, and Daniel Lurie doesn&#8217;t have a track record in public life, in public office, and so the public&#8217;s getting to see what kind of leader he is,” Carter-Oberstone said.

The former commissioner delivered a 10-minute speech at Tuesday’s hearing, saying his job is &#8220;not to become popular with the agency I&#8217;m supposed to be overseeing [but to] protect and defend the rule of law.&#8221;

The former commissioner delivered a 10-minute speech at Tuesday’s hearing, saying his job is "not to become popular with the agency I'm supposed to be overseeing [but to] protect and defend the rule of law."

The former commissioner delivered a 10-minute speech at Tuesday’s hearing, saying his job is &#8220;not to become popular with the agency I&#8217;m supposed to be overseeing [but to] protect and defend the rule of law.&#8221;

Dozens of public commenters at the hearing defended Carter-Oberstone, including representatives of the American Civil Liberties Union and organizations advocating for criminal justice reform.

Dozens of public commenters at the hearing defended Carter-Oberstone, including representatives of the American Civil Liberties Union and organizations advocating for criminal justice reform.

San Francisco Police Commissioner Max Carter-Oberstone speaks before the Board of Supervisors at a hearing surrounding his removal from the police commission at City Hall on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025. Max Carter-Oberstone has criticized Mayor Daniel Lurie for kicking him off the police commission before the conclusion of his term, and at a Tuesday hearing, the Board of Supervisors voted tktk to solidify Carter-Oberstone’s removal.

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<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/8565060456_maxoberstone_007.jpg?w=2500" alt="A person sits at a desk with laptops and microphones, surrounded by others in a formal room. American, California, and San Francisco flags are on display." class="wp-image-371884"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Board of Supervisors President Rafael Mandelman, center, supported Carter-Oberstone&#8217;s ouster.</figcaption></figure>

&#8220;Why would a police commissioner be a road block to Mayor Daniel Lurie&#8217;s plans?&#8221; one commenter asked. &#8220;Public safety is Max Carter-Oberstone. He has stopped the violence coming from within our own halls of justice.&#8221;

"Why would a police commissioner be a road block to Mayor Daniel Lurie's plans?" one commenter asked. "Public safety is Max Carter-Oberstone. He has stopped the violence coming from within our own halls of justice."

&#8220;Why would a police commissioner be a road block to Mayor Daniel Lurie&#8217;s plans?&#8221; one commenter asked. &#8220;Public safety is Max Carter-Oberstone. He has stopped the violence coming from within our own halls of justice.&#8221;

Some defended Lurie&#8217;s move to unseat Carter-Oberstone.

Some defended Lurie's move to unseat Carter-Oberstone.

Some defended Lurie&#8217;s move to unseat Carter-Oberstone.

&#8220;The mayor has the right to have his picks,&#8221; said Marie Hurabiell, executive director of ConnectedSF. &#8220;No mayor has to honor the previous administration. It is completely procedural and completely within the bounds of the law.&#8221;

"The mayor has the right to have his picks," said Marie Hurabiell, executive director of ConnectedSF. "No mayor has to honor the previous administration. It is completely procedural and completely within the bounds of the law."

&#8220;The mayor has the right to have his picks,&#8221; said Marie Hurabiell, executive director of ConnectedSF. &#8220;No mayor has to honor the previous administration. It is completely procedural and completely within the bounds of the law.&#8221;

Carter-Oberstone said he met with Lurie’s chief of staff, Staci Slaughter, in late January and asked about rumors of his removal. He said Slaughter told him a decision had not yet been made.

Carter-Oberstone said he met with Lurie’s chief of staff, Staci Slaughter, in late January and asked about rumors of his removal. He said Slaughter told him a decision had not yet been made.

Lurie has not provided a reason for the ouster other than emailing the city clerk: “I look forward to nominating a new commissioner in the near future who will work collaboratively to make our city safer.”&nbsp;

Lurie has not provided a reason for the ouster other than emailing the city clerk: “I look forward to nominating a new commissioner in the near future who will work collaboratively to make our city safer.”&nbsp;

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The move has raised questions about whether Lurie is trying to get a firmer grip on naming an eventual replacement for SFPD Chief Bill Scott. Lurie has already replaced multiple department heads, including the fire chief and director of the Department of Public Health. The mayor has the power to remove the chief; commissioners would pick three nominees from whom Lurie would choose a replacement.&nbsp;

The move has raised questions about whether Lurie is trying to get a firmer grip on naming an eventual replacement for SFPD Chief Bill Scott. Lurie has already replaced multiple department heads, including the fire chief and director of the Department of Public Health. The mayor has the power to remove the chief; commissioners would pick three nominees from whom Lurie would choose a replacement.&nbsp;

“Many have speculated that he needs more commissioners who will put whatever name he wants on that list of three,” Carter-Oberstone said.

“Many have speculated that he needs more commissioners who will put whatever name he wants on that list of three,” Carter-Oberstone said.

The mayor’s office did not respond to a request for comment about the board’s decision Tuesday.&nbsp;In an emailed statement, Lurie touted Leung as an important asset for advancing his agenda at City Hall.

The mayor’s office did not respond to a request for comment about the board’s decision Tuesday.&nbsp;In an emailed statement, Lurie touted Leung as an important asset for advancing his agenda at City Hall.

“Throughout the government, we are appointing leaders who will work with fellow commissioners and departments to deliver better services for our city,&#8221; Lurie wrote, &#8220;and Wilson’s decades of work in compliance and oversight will make him an asset as we work together to protect San Franciscans.&#8221;

“Throughout the government, we are appointing leaders who will work with fellow commissioners and departments to deliver better services for our city," Lurie wrote, "and Wilson’s decades of work in compliance and oversight will make him an asset as we work together to protect San Franciscans."

“Throughout the government, we are appointing leaders who will work with fellow commissioners and departments to deliver better services for our city,&#8221; Lurie wrote, &#8220;and Wilson’s decades of work in compliance and oversight will make him an asset as we work together to protect San Franciscans.&#8221;

Joe Fitzgerald Rodriguez contributed reporting.

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There were 15 to 20 passengers on the Muni bus that was the target of a shooting early Monday morning, the San Francisco Police Department said.

There were 15 to 20 passengers on the Muni bus that was the target of a shooting early Monday morning, the San Francisco Police Department said.

The gunman fired at 6 a.m. before fleeing on foot from Fourth and Berry streets, near the Caltrain station, the SFPD said in a statement Tuesday. A bullet passed through the windshield of the bus and hit an empty passenger seat, police said. The driver said the suspect shot at him, according to police.

The gunman fired at 6 a.m. before fleeing on foot from Fourth and Berry streets, near the Caltrain station, the SFPD said in a statement Tuesday. A bullet passed through the windshield of the bus and hit an empty passenger seat, police said. The driver said the suspect shot at him, according to police.

No one was injured, though paramedics responded to the driver, according to police.

No one was injured, though paramedics responded to the driver, according to police.

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Officers arrested Adolph Patrick Greene, 58, of Oakland on suspicion of firearms-related charges, malicious mischief, destroying or concealing evidence, and possession of drug paraphernalia. The SFPD's marine unit helped recover a firearm, police said.

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“Violence against any city employee will not be tolerated,” SFPD Chief Bill Scott said Tuesday. “I’m thankful for the responding officers who acted quickly in apprehending the suspect and canvassing the area to locate evidence.&#8221;

“Violence against any city employee will not be tolerated,” SFPD Chief Bill Scott said Tuesday. “I’m thankful for the responding officers who acted quickly in apprehending the suspect and canvassing the area to locate evidence."

“Violence against any city employee will not be tolerated,” SFPD Chief Bill Scott said Tuesday. “I’m thankful for the responding officers who acted quickly in apprehending the suspect and canvassing the area to locate evidence.&#8221;

None of the bus passengers remained at the scene to describe what they had witnessed, police said. Anyone with information is asked to call 415-575-4444 or text a tip to TIP411 beginning with &#8220;SFPD.&#8221;

None of the bus passengers remained at the scene to describe what they had witnessed, police said. Anyone with information is asked to call 415-575-4444 or text a tip to TIP411 beginning with "SFPD."

None of the bus passengers remained at the scene to describe what they had witnessed, police said. Anyone with information is asked to call 415-575-4444 or text a tip to TIP411 beginning with &#8220;SFPD.&#8221;

A Muni spokesperson sought to reassure the public that riding mass transit is safe.

A Muni spokesperson sought to reassure the public that riding mass transit is safe.

&#8220;This type of incident is extremely uncommon,&#8221; the spokesperson said. &#8220;Thanks to our efforts, crime on Muni is down 48% since 2018. Each bus is equipped with at least 11 cameras that are continually recording. In multiple instances, this video footage enabled police to apprehend instigators.&#8221;

"This type of incident is extremely uncommon," the spokesperson said. "Thanks to our efforts, crime on Muni is down 48% since 2018. Each bus is equipped with at least 11 cameras that are continually recording. In multiple instances, this video footage enabled police to apprehend instigators."

&#8220;This type of incident is extremely uncommon,&#8221; the spokesperson said. &#8220;Thanks to our efforts, crime on Muni is down 48% since 2018. Each bus is equipped with at least 11 cameras that are continually recording. In multiple instances, this video footage enabled police to apprehend instigators.&#8221;

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Breed has been a major player in local politics since joining the Board of Supervisors in 2013. Four years later, when Mayor Ed Lee died suddenly, Breed took over as interim mayor and won a special election to remain mayor in 2018.

Breed has been a major player in local politics since joining the Board of Supervisors in 2013. Four years later, when Mayor Ed Lee died suddenly, Breed took over as interim mayor and won a special election to remain mayor in 2018.

She first entered the world of local government as an intern for Mayor Willie Brown. In 1999, she worked on his re-election campaign. The two remain friends to this day.

She first entered the world of local government as an intern for Mayor Willie Brown. In 1999, she worked on his re-election campaign. The two remain friends to this day.

A San Francisco native, Breed grew up in the Western Addition neighborhood. She has spoken often of her hardscrabble upbringing and the scourge of poverty in the city.

A San Francisco native, Breed grew up in the Western Addition neighborhood. She has spoken often of her hardscrabble upbringing and the scourge of poverty in the city.

As mayor, Breed championed housing construction, winning support from YIMBYs like state Sen. Scott Wiener. She has not said what she will do after leaving City Hall.

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From left, David Campos, London Breed, David Chiu, Norman Yee, Eric Mar and John Avalos take oath of office during the swearing-in ceremony at the Board of Supervisors meeting in San Francisco, Calif. on Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2013.

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City Attorney Dennis Herrera, at podium, gestures toward Board of Supervisors President London Breed, second from left, after announcing a settlement agreement on short term rentals during a news conference Monday, May 1, 2017, at City Hall in San Francisco. San Francisco and Airbnb have reached a deal to end a lawsuit over a law that fines the company for booking rentals not registered with the city. Under the settlement announced Monday, residents looking to list a rental can apply for a city registration number through Airbnb's website. In the background at left is former supervisor David Campos and Doug Engmann, third from left, with ShareBetter SF.

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Acting Mayor of San Francisco London Breed during a meeting with members of the United Palayaz, on Wednesday December 13, 2017, to promote a gun buy back program happening this weekend in San Francisco, Calif.

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Mayor Ed Lee and Board of Supervisors President London Breed arrive for a City Hall news conference in San Francisco, Calif. on Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2017, to discuss the city's plans for Sunday's protest after the National Park Service approved a permit to the Patriot Prayers group for a demonstration at Crissy Field.

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<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1687" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00006.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman speaks at a podium surrounded by a large group of people. Cameras capture the event in a formal setting with a government emblem on the podium." class="wp-image-330527"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed speaks at a news conference after Mayor Ed Lee&#8217;s death in December 2017.</figcaption></figure>

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San Francisco Acting Mayor London Breed joins a community candlelight vigil in honor of Mayor Ed Lee at Portsmouth Square in Chinatown in San Francisco, on Thurs. December 21, 2017.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1680" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00005.jpg?w=2500" alt="Three people sit closely together, each holding a lit candle. They appear solemn, and the glow from the candles illuminates their faces." class="wp-image-330526"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed joins a community candlelight vigil in honor of Lee.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00005.jpg?w=2500" alt="Three people sit closely together, each holding a lit candle. They appear solemn, and the glow from the candles illuminates their faces." class="wp-image-330526"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed joins a community candlelight vigil in honor of Lee.</figcaption></figure>

San Francisco mayoral candidate London Breed speaks to supporters during an election night party Tuesday, June 5, 2018, in San Francisco.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1685" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00008.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman in a red outfit is speaking into a microphone at a campaign event with a supportive crowd and a large poster behind her." class="wp-image-330531"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed speaks to supporters during an election night party in 2018.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00008.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman in a red outfit is speaking into a microphone at a campaign event with a supportive crowd and a large poster behind her." class="wp-image-330531"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed speaks to supporters during an election night party in 2018.</figcaption></figure>

Governor Gavin Newsom swears in Mayor-elect London Breed as she takes her oath of office outside City Hall July 11, 2018 in San Francisco.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00009-edited.jpg" alt="Two people are in front of elaborate gold decorations, raising their hands in a ceremony. One is holding a document, and there are microphones and flags nearby." class="wp-image-330698"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Governor Gavin Newsom swears in Mayor-elect London Breed as she takes her oath of office outside City Hall on July 11, 2018.</figcaption></figure>

SF Mayor London Breed talks with a homeless man in front of Outfit on Castro Street as she takes a neighborhood walk this morning on Monday, Aug. 13, 2018 in San Francisco.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00010.jpeg?w=2241" alt="A person in a red hoodie sits on the sidewalk with a keyboard and notebook, engaging with a woman in a blue suit, as people and vehicles pass by." class="wp-image-330533"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed talks with a homeless man on Castro Street in 2018.</figcaption></figure>

Suzy Loftus (l to r), interim district attorney, stands with Mayor London Breed (right) as she speaks at a press conference at Far East Cafe regarding the appointment of Suzy Loftus (left) as interim district attorney on Friday October 4, 2019 in San Francisco.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1729" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00011.jpg?w=2500" alt="Two women are in front of a red curtain. One is speaking at a podium, wearing a red outfit, and the other stands next to her in blue, smiling and clasping her hands." class="wp-image-330534"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed speaks at a 2019 press conference announcing the appointment of Suzy Loftus, left, as interim district attorney.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00011.jpg?w=2500" alt="Two women are in front of a red curtain. One is speaking at a podium, wearing a red outfit, and the other stands next to her in blue, smiling and clasping her hands." class="wp-image-330534"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed speaks at a 2019 press conference announcing the appointment of Suzy Loftus, left, as interim district attorney.</figcaption></figure>

(l-r) Warriors President and Chief Operating Officer Rick Welts, San Francisco Mayor London Breed, Warriors co-owners Peter Guber and Joe Lacob, California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Kristin Lemkau of JP Morgan cut the ribbon at the opening ceremony of the Chase Center in San Francisco, California, on Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2019.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1666" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00012.jpg?w=2500" alt="A group of people stand smiling in front of Chase Center, holding a large yellow ribbon with &quot;Ribbon Cutting, September 3, 2019&quot; written on it." class="wp-image-330535"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed joins Golden State Warriors executives and Gov. Gavin Newsom for a ribbon-cutting event at the Chase Center&#8217;s opening ceremony in 2019.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00012.jpg?w=2500" alt="A group of people stand smiling in front of Chase Center, holding a large yellow ribbon with &quot;Ribbon Cutting, September 3, 2019&quot; written on it." class="wp-image-330535"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed joins Golden State Warriors executives and Gov. Gavin Newsom for a ribbon-cutting event at the Chase Center's opening ceremony in 2019.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00012.jpg?w=2500" alt="A group of people stand smiling in front of Chase Center, holding a large yellow ribbon with &quot;Ribbon Cutting, September 3, 2019&quot; written on it." class="wp-image-330535"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed joins Golden State Warriors executives and Gov. Gavin Newsom for a ribbon-cutting event at the Chase Center&#8217;s opening ceremony in 2019.</figcaption></figure>

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 15: San Francisco police chief William Scott (L) looks on as San Francisco Mayor London Breed speaks during a news conference at the future site of a Transitional Age Youth Navigation Center on January 15, 2020 in San Francisco, California. San Francisco Mayor London Breed announced the opening of a new SAFE Navigation center for the homeless at 33 Gough. The opening brings the total number of new shelter beds that are opened, under construction of in development to more than 1,000 before the end of the year.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1673" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00013.jpg?w=2500" alt="A person is speaking in front of a board displaying plans for 1,000 new shelter beds by 2020, detailing the number opened and in development. A man stands behind." class="wp-image-330536"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">San Francisco police chief Bill Scott looks on as Breed speaks during a news conference at the future site of a homeless shelter in 2020.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00013.jpg?w=2500" alt="A person is speaking in front of a board displaying plans for 1,000 new shelter beds by 2020, detailing the number opened and in development. A man stands behind." class="wp-image-330536"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">San Francisco police chief Bill Scott looks on as Breed speaks during a news conference at the future site of a homeless shelter in 2020.</figcaption></figure>

San Francisco Mayor London Breed takes a knee for eight minutes and forty six seconds in honor of George Floyd at City Hall on Tuesday, June 9, 2020, in San Francisco. Black Lives Matter demonstrations continued in the wake of the death of George Floyd, who was killed in Minneapolis police custody.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00014.jpg?w=1144" alt="A woman in a light suit kneels in front of a City Hall entrance. Behind her, three people stand; one holds a sign reading, &quot;Erase Hate, Bigotry, Unfair Treatment.&quot;" class="wp-image-330537"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed takes a knee in honor of George Floyd at City Hall in June 2020.</figcaption></figure>

Honorable judge Teri Jackson, left, administers the Mayoral oath of office to London N. Breed, right, in the rotunda at City Hall on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2020, in San Francisco.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="2250" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00015.jpg?w=2500" alt="A person in a judicial robe is administering an oath to a woman in a burgundy suit, both raising their right hands. A microphone and blue flowers are nearby." class="wp-image-330542"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed takes the oath of office in 2020.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00015.jpg?w=2500" alt="A person in a judicial robe is administering an oath to a woman in a burgundy suit, both raising their right hands. A microphone and blue flowers are nearby." class="wp-image-330542"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed takes the oath of office in 2020.</figcaption></figure>

San Francisco Mayor London Breed speaks alongside healthcare leaders to announce the opening of a mass COVID-19 vaccination site at Moscone South in San Francisco, Calif. Thursday, February 4, 2021. The vaccination hub will officially open to Bay Area residents age 65 years and older and health care workers with appointments available on the MyTurn website starting on Friday, Feb. 5th. Moscone Center will initially open at a lower vaccination capacity due to limited vaccine supply. Once adequate vaccine supply is distributed by the state of California, the Moscone Center expects to administer between 7,000 to 10,000 COVID-19 vaccines a day. All vaccinations at Moscone Center will be by appointment only for anyone eligible to receive the vaccine regardless of health coverage.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1667" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00016.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman speaks at a podium wearing a mask in a COVID-19 vaccination hub, with a large sign and backdrop displaying &quot;MOSCONE SOUTH COVID-19 VACCINATION HUB.&quot;" class="wp-image-330543"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed speaks alongside healthcare leaders to announce the opening of a mass COVID-19 vaccination site at Moscone South in 2021.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00016.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman speaks at a podium wearing a mask in a COVID-19 vaccination hub, with a large sign and backdrop displaying &quot;MOSCONE SOUTH COVID-19 VACCINATION HUB.&quot;" class="wp-image-330543"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed speaks alongside healthcare leaders to announce the opening of a mass COVID-19 vaccination site at Moscone South in 2021.</figcaption></figure>

Mayor London Breed, left, listens to SFPD Chief Bill Scott at a press conference on Jan. 25, 2022.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="2500" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00017-edited.jpg" alt="A woman in a red coat with pearl earrings looks serious as she stands outside. In the foreground, a uniformed police officer is partially visible." class="wp-image-330699"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed listens to SFPD Chief Bill Scott during a press conference in 2022.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00017-edited.jpg" alt="A woman in a red coat with pearl earrings looks serious as she stands outside. In the foreground, a uniformed police officer is partially visible." class="wp-image-330699"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed listens to SFPD Chief Bill Scott during a press conference in 2022.</figcaption></figure>

San Francisco Mayor London Breed speaks during Asian Justice Rally, a national rally on the anniversary of the fatal attack on an 84-year-old Thai grandfather Vicha Ratanapakdee, commemorating Ratanapakdee and the victims of anti-Asian violence and racism, on Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022 in San Francisco's Anza Vista neighborhood.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00018.jpg?w=1397" alt="A woman speaks at a podium with microphones, featuring a poster that reads &quot;Justice for Vicha.&quot; A &quot;Remember Vicha Ratanapakdee&quot; sign is also visible." class="wp-image-330545"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed speaks at a rally marking the anniversary of the fatal attack on an 84-year-old Thai grandfather Vicha Ratanapakdee in 2022.</figcaption></figure>

Urban Alchemys Rodney Wrice patrols a homeless tent village a block away from San Franciscos City Hall in the Tenderloin neighborhood of San Francisco, California Thursday January 27, 2022.  Mayor London Breeds efforts to cleanup the Tenderloin neighborhood over the past two years has increased in effort with a her recent State of Emergency.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1667" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00019.jpg?w=2500" alt="A row of tents covered with blue tarps is set up on a street at night. A person in a vest walks by, with a domed, illuminated building in the background." class="wp-image-330546"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">An Urban Alchemy worker patrols a homeless tent village near City Hall.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00019.jpg?w=2500" alt="A row of tents covered with blue tarps is set up on a street at night. A person in a vest walks by, with a domed, illuminated building in the background." class="wp-image-330546"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">An Urban Alchemy worker patrols a homeless tent village near City Hall.</figcaption></figure>

Mayor London Breed tours a one bedroom at the 711 Post St. shelter in San Francisco Calif., on Tuesday, July 19, 2022. The building at 711 Post St. has been repurposed and is opening as a shelter for housing homeless residents, according to a news release from Mayor London Breed’s office.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1667" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00020.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman in a suit and mask stands beside a bed with a colorful polka dot cover. The room has a small sink, purple curtains, and decorative wallpaper." class="wp-image-330547"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed tours a room the 711 Post St. shelter, which was repurposed as a shelter for homeless residents.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00020.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman in a suit and mask stands beside a bed with a colorful polka dot cover. The room has a small sink, purple curtains, and decorative wallpaper." class="wp-image-330547"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed tours a room the 711 Post St. shelter, which was repurposed as a shelter for homeless residents.</figcaption></figure>

A composite photo of San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin (left) on Monday, June 6, 2022 and San Francisco Mayor London Breed at City Hall in San Francisco, California Wednesday February 9, 2022.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1667" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00021.jpg?w=2500" alt="The image shows two people side by side, each in a separate panel. The man on the left looks contemplative, while the woman on the right appears focused." class="wp-image-330548"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Chesa Boudin was elected San Francisco District Attorney in November 2019, defeating Mayor Breed-appointed Interim District Attorney&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sfchronicle.com/bayarea/heatherknight/article/From-car-break-ins-to-meth-possession-interim-DA-14803848.php" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Suzy Loftus</a>&nbsp;by&nbsp;<a href="https://patch.com/california/san-francisco/chesa-boudin-claims-victory-sf-district-attorney-race" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">a razor-thin margin</a>&nbsp;in a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Z2fRPRkWvY" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ranked-choice voting</a>&nbsp;contest.&nbsp;Boudin was later recalled by San Francisco voters with 55% of voters supporting his removal.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00021.jpg?w=2500" alt="The image shows two people side by side, each in a separate panel. The man on the left looks contemplative, while the woman on the right appears focused." class="wp-image-330548"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Chesa Boudin was elected San Francisco District Attorney in November 2019, defeating Mayor Breed-appointed Interim District Attorney&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sfchronicle.com/bayarea/heatherknight/article/From-car-break-ins-to-meth-possession-interim-DA-14803848.php" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Suzy Loftus</a>&nbsp;by&nbsp;<a href="https://patch.com/california/san-francisco/chesa-boudin-claims-victory-sf-district-attorney-race" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">a razor-thin margin</a>&nbsp;in a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Z2fRPRkWvY" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ranked-choice voting</a>&nbsp;contest.&nbsp;Boudin was later recalled by San Francisco voters with 55% of voters supporting his removal.</figcaption></figure>

Mayor London Breed joins members of rhe NorCal Carpenters Union during an Affordable Homes Now Rally in the Tenderloin neighborhood of San Francisco on Thursday, June 16, 2022.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1727" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00022.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman speaks at a podium surrounded by people holding signs about affordable housing. Two large foam thumbs-up signs are in the background." class="wp-image-330549"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed joins members of the NorCal Carpenters Union during an Affordable Homes Now Rally in the Tenderloin in 2022.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00022.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman speaks at a podium surrounded by people holding signs about affordable housing. Two large foam thumbs-up signs are in the background." class="wp-image-330549"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed joins members of the NorCal Carpenters Union during an Affordable Homes Now Rally in the Tenderloin in 2022.</figcaption></figure>

S.F. Mayor London Breed with new S.F. District Attorney Brooke Jenkins gets a line formed to congratulate her on Friday, July 8, 2022 in San Francisco.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1667" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00023.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman in a blue outfit speaks into a microphone on a stage, surrounded by a crowd. Another woman in a black suit stands beside her, with a U.S. flag in the background." class="wp-image-330550"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed announces her appointment of Brooke Jenkins as the city&#8217;s new district attorney following Boudin&#8217;s recall in 2022.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00023.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman in a blue outfit speaks into a microphone on a stage, surrounded by a crowd. Another woman in a black suit stands beside her, with a U.S. flag in the background." class="wp-image-330550"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed announces her appointment of Brooke Jenkins as the city's new district attorney following Boudin's recall in 2022.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00023.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman in a blue outfit speaks into a microphone on a stage, surrounded by a crowd. Another woman in a black suit stands beside her, with a U.S. flag in the background." class="wp-image-330550"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed announces her appointment of Brooke Jenkins as the city&#8217;s new district attorney following Boudin&#8217;s recall in 2022.</figcaption></figure>

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, left, U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, and San Francisco Mayor London Breed converse as they tour San Francisco's long-delayed Central Subway project on Wednesday, September 8, 2022, in San Francisco.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00024.jpg?w=2048" alt="Three people in hard hats and safety vests are on a subway. Two are seated on red seats, listening to the third person standing. The environment is modern and professional." class="wp-image-330551"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed speaks with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg as they tour the city&#8217;s long-delayed Central Subway project in 2022.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00024.jpg?w=2048" alt="Three people in hard hats and safety vests are on a subway. Two are seated on red seats, listening to the third person standing. The environment is modern and professional." class="wp-image-330551"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed speaks with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg as they tour the city's long-delayed Central Subway project in 2022.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00024.jpg?w=2048" alt="Three people in hard hats and safety vests are on a subway. Two are seated on red seats, listening to the third person standing. The environment is modern and professional." class="wp-image-330551"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed speaks with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg as they tour the city&#8217;s long-delayed Central Subway project in 2022.</figcaption></figure>

Mayor London Breed’s sheds a tear water during a Board of Supervisors meeting held at United Nations Plaza in San Francisco, on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. The Supervisors and Mayor Breed held the meeting at the plaza to address city issues including the fentanyl and the opioid epidemic.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00026.jpg?w=1500" alt="The image shows a close-up of a person’s face in profile with a tear rolling down their cheek, set against an outdoor background." class="wp-image-330556"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed sheds a tear during a 2023 Board of Supervisors meeting at United Nations Plaza as city leaders discussed the city&#8217;s drug crisis.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00026.jpg?w=1500" alt="The image shows a close-up of a person’s face in profile with a tear rolling down their cheek, set against an outdoor background." class="wp-image-330556"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed sheds a tear during a 2023 Board of Supervisors meeting at United Nations Plaza as city leaders discussed the city's drug crisis.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00026.jpg?w=1500" alt="The image shows a close-up of a person’s face in profile with a tear rolling down their cheek, set against an outdoor background." class="wp-image-330556"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed sheds a tear during a 2023 Board of Supervisors meeting at United Nations Plaza as city leaders discussed the city&#8217;s drug crisis.</figcaption></figure>

San Francisco Mayor London Breed smiles during an interview on Thursday, June 1, 2023, in San Francisco.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1663" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00027.jpg?w=2500" alt="A person in a red suit smiles warmly, seated in a wood-paneled room with flags and framed photos in the background, creating a formal yet inviting atmosphere." class="wp-image-330558"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed is interviewed at her City Hall office in 2023.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00027.jpg?w=2500" alt="A person in a red suit smiles warmly, seated in a wood-paneled room with flags and framed photos in the background, creating a formal yet inviting atmosphere." class="wp-image-330558"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed is interviewed at her City Hall office in 2023.</figcaption></figure>

Mayor London Breed cheers for Supervisor Rafael Mandelman as they advocate for homeless encampment sweeps while gathered outside the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, in San Francisco on Wednesday, August 23, 2023. Breed and Supervisors Mandelman, Matt Dorsey and Joel Engardio attended to express their opposition to the injunction that restricts the city from clearing encampments.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1882" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00029.jpg?w=2500" alt="A group of people, including a woman in a blue suit speaking and clapping, gather with protest signs about homelessness. One sign reads &quot;Homeless Industrial Complex.&quot;" class="wp-image-330561"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed takes part in a demonstration advocating for homeless encampment sweeps outside the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in August 2023.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00029.jpg?w=2500" alt="A group of people, including a woman in a blue suit speaking and clapping, gather with protest signs about homelessness. One sign reads &quot;Homeless Industrial Complex.&quot;" class="wp-image-330561"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed takes part in a demonstration advocating for homeless encampment sweeps outside the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in August 2023.</figcaption></figure>

San Francisco Mayor London Breed speaks at City Hall on Tuesday, Oct 24, 2023. The mayor gave a press conference about the upcoming APEC summit.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1667" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00028.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman stands at a podium labeled &quot;APEC 2023 United States&quot; with a San Francisco logo. The setting includes flags and a poster in the background." class="wp-image-330560"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed discusses the upcoming APEC summit at a news conference in October 2023.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00028.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman stands at a podium labeled &quot;APEC 2023 United States&quot; with a San Francisco logo. The setting includes flags and a poster in the background." class="wp-image-330560"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed discusses the upcoming APEC summit at a news conference in October 2023.</figcaption></figure>

Mayor London Breed celebrates a 49ers field goal with people at a Super Bowl watch party at the Lookout bar in the Castro District in San Francisco on Sunday, Feb. 11, 2024. On Sunday, people from around the world watched the San Francisco 49ers and the Kansas City Chiefs compete for the NFL championship during Super Bowl LVIII which took place in Las Vegas, Nevada.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="2284" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00030.jpg?w=2500" alt="Three people celebrate enthusiastically at a bar, wearing red sports apparel. A woman in front cheers with her fist raised, while the others clap and raise arms." class="wp-image-330563"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed celebrates a 49ers field goal at a 2024 Super Bowl watch party at HiTops in the Castro District.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00030.jpg?w=2500" alt="Three people celebrate enthusiastically at a bar, wearing red sports apparel. A woman in front cheers with her fist raised, while the others clap and raise arms." class="wp-image-330563"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed celebrates a 49ers field goal at a 2024 Super Bowl watch party at HiTops in the Castro District.</figcaption></figure>

Mayor London Breed talks to voters at the blue painted lady on Tuesday July 16, 2024. About 40 people sat inside the blue painted lady for a private town hall event with Mayor London Breed where she made her pitch for reelection and voters asked questions about zoning, downtown, crime, and other problems plaguing the city.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00031.jpg?w=2385" alt="A woman in the foreground gestures while a group of people, including two with visible nametags, attentively sit behind her in a room with a window and cabinet." class="wp-image-330566"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed speaks to voters at the blue Painted Lady house in Alamo Square in July.</figcaption></figure>

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‘A lack of respect’: Ousted police commissioner blasts Lurie

Muni bus had up to 20 passengers when targeted by shooter

Photos: London Breed’s rise and fall in San Francisco politics

Cops: Stonestown shoplifter who fled to Hawaii raided Dior last month

Not a typo: Crime in SF is now below pre-pandemic levels