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As she rides off into the sunset, Mayor London Breed may leave behind an appointee who could play spoiler to Mayor-elect Daniel Lurie’s administration.

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As she rides off into the sunset, Mayor London Breed may leave behind an appointee who could play spoiler to Mayor-elect Daniel Lurie’s administration.

Conor Johnston, a former Breed chief of staff and notorious political prankster, is in the running for a Board of Supervisors appointment, according to sources close to the mayor. Supervisor Catherine Stefani’s <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/11/05/sf-election-2024-ad19-catherine-stefani-david-lee/">election to the state Assembly</a> leaves a vacancy in District 2.

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Conor Johnston, a former Breed chief of staff and notorious political prankster, is in the running for a Board of Supervisors appointment, according to sources close to the mayor. Supervisor Catherine Stefani’s <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/11/05/sf-election-2024-ad19-catherine-stefani-david-lee/">election to the state Assembly</a> leaves a vacancy in District 2.

Johnston is a cannabis store owner who served as Breed’s legislative aide during her time on the Board of Supervisors, and he has remained a political advisor who was active in her mayoral reelection campaign.

Johnston is a cannabis store owner who served as Breed’s legislative aide during her time on the Board of Supervisors, and he has remained a political advisor who was active in her mayoral reelection campaign.

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His reputation is best described as the San Francisco version of the <a href="https://www.britannica.com/topic/Loki#:~:text=Odin%20and%20Thor.-,What%20is%20Loki%20the%20god%20of%3F,Frigg%2C%20Tyr%2C%20and%20Thor.">Norse trickster god Loki</a>.

His reputation is best described as the San Francisco version of the <a href="https://www.britannica.com/topic/Loki#:~:text=Odin%20and%20Thor.-,What%20is%20Loki%20the%20god%20of%3F,Frigg%2C%20Tyr%2C%20and%20Thor.">Norse trickster god Loki</a>.

Johnston has been accused of <a href="https://engardio.com/blog/2019/9/2/the-man-who-bites-alligators-for-the-mayor">dressing as a hippo in a pink tutu</a> to call out progressive Democrats, <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/04/05/connie-chan-clashes-protesters-public-safety/">has flung accusations against political enemies</a> on the Board of Supervisors, and is known for his sharp sense of humor and equally sharp words when berating opponents. He is credited with coining the nickname “Malibu Dan” for Lurie, <a href="https://therealdeal.com/la/2021/12/15/levis-scion-pays-15-5m-in-point-dume/">who purchased a $15 million home in the ritzy community</a> at the tail end of the pandemic.

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Johnston has been accused of <a href="https://engardio.com/blog/2019/9/2/the-man-who-bites-alligators-for-the-mayor">dressing as a hippo in a pink tutu</a> to call out progressive Democrats, <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/04/05/connie-chan-clashes-protesters-public-safety/">has flung accusations against political enemies</a> on the Board of Supervisors, and is known for his sharp sense of humor and equally sharp words when berating opponents. He is credited with coining the nickname “Malibu Dan” for Lurie, <a href="https://therealdeal.com/la/2021/12/15/levis-scion-pays-15-5m-in-point-dume/">who purchased a $15 million home in the ritzy community</a> at the tail end of the pandemic.

Johnston frequently <a href="https://x.com/BluebirdRave/status/1550162557901541377">taunts foes on X</a> — though his account was recently shut down, which observers took as evidence that Breed might appoint him to the Board of Supervisors.

Johnston frequently <a href="https://x.com/BluebirdRave/status/1550162557901541377">taunts foes on X</a> — though his account was recently shut down, which observers took as evidence that Breed might appoint him to the Board of Supervisors.

Conor Johnston walks down a San Francisco street flanked by State Sen. Scott Wiener in 2018.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/photo203492-original.jpg?w=2500" alt="Johnston is shirtless and wearing khaki pants as he walks down a street wearing sunglasses." class="wp-image-335330"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Conor Johnston walks down a San Francisco street with state Sen. Scott Wiener in 2018.</figcaption></figure>

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<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/photo203492-original.jpg?w=2500" alt="Johnston is shirtless and wearing khaki pants as he walks down a street wearing sunglasses." class="wp-image-335330"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Conor Johnston walks down a San Francisco street with state Sen. Scott Wiener in 2018.</figcaption></figure>

Those who have been on the receiving end of Johnston’s taunts traded text messages in disbelief that he would be appointed. It’s seen less as a move that would help District 2 and more as a way for Breed to stick it to Lurie, who defeated her in her reelection bid.

Those who have been on the receiving end of Johnston’s taunts traded text messages in disbelief that he would be appointed. It’s seen less as a move that would help District 2 and more as a way for Breed to stick it to Lurie, who defeated her in her reelection bid.

District 2 includes the Marina District, Cow Hollow, Pacific Heights, and other neighborhoods.

District 2 includes the Marina District, Cow Hollow, Pacific Heights, and other neighborhoods.

“Conor, who verbally attacked me during the election cycle when we were out campaigning for Proposition H?” said Floyd Rollins, president of Firefighters Local 798. “Shows a mayor who has always put the interest of herself and her cronies over the interests of the city. Why should now be any different?”

“Conor, who verbally attacked me during the election cycle when we were out campaigning for Proposition H?” said Floyd Rollins, president of Firefighters Local 798. “Shows a mayor who has always put the interest of herself and her cronies over the interests of the city. Why should now be any different?”

Some in local politics enjoy Johnston’s wit. Supervisor Myrna Melgar told The Standard he is “renowned as the funniest person in SF politics.”

Some in local politics enjoy Johnston’s wit. Supervisor Myrna Melgar told The Standard he is “renowned as the funniest person in SF politics.”

Both Breed and Johnston declined to comment.

Both Breed and Johnston declined to comment.

Breed’s rumored choices for the supervisor position have circulated for months. In addition to Johnston, they include her manager of state and federal affairs, Eileen Mariano, granddaughter of the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein; former Supervisor Michela Alioto-Pier; campaign manager Eric Kingsbury; Stephen Sherrill, director of the Mayor’s Office of Innovation; and Recreation and Park Commission President Kat Anderson.

Breed’s rumored choices for the supervisor position have circulated for months. In addition to Johnston, they include her manager of state and federal affairs, Eileen Mariano, granddaughter of the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein; former Supervisor Michela Alioto-Pier; campaign manager Eric Kingsbury; Stephen Sherrill, director of the Mayor’s Office of Innovation; and Recreation and Park Commission President Kat Anderson.

Lynne Newhouse Segal, a member of the Pacific Heights Residents Association, hopes her district is represented by someone with local experience.

Lynne Newhouse Segal, a member of the Pacific Heights Residents Association, hopes her district is represented by someone with local experience.

“I heard from one person who was hysterical about it. I haven’t met Conor Johnston, so I have no opinion about him myself,” she said. “But it’s got to be someone so well involved in city, local, and district-wide politics that they’re very familiar with our district issues.”

“I heard from one person who was hysterical about it. I haven’t met Conor Johnston, so I have no opinion about him myself,” she said. “But it’s got to be someone so well involved in city, local, and district-wide politics that they’re very familiar with our district issues.”

Lurie, for his part, seems hopeful Breed will make a positive pick for District 2.

Lurie, for his part, seems hopeful Breed will make a positive pick for District 2.

In a statement, a Lurie spokesperson said, “The mayor-elect remains optimistic that Mayor Breed will make an appointment that ensures the people of District 2 are well represented and who will be focused on bringing San Franciscans together to address our city’s biggest challenges.”

In a statement, a Lurie spokesperson said, “The mayor-elect remains optimistic that Mayor Breed will make an appointment that ensures the people of District 2 are well represented and who will be focused on bringing San Franciscans together to address our city’s biggest challenges.”

Johnston, with his wealth of experience in City Hall, could be an effective chaos agent against Lurie. He was the lead legislative staffer at the Board of Supervisors, a job granting insight as to which government levers must be pulled to get things done — or grind things to a halt. <a href="https://www.sfchronicle.com/politics/article/SF-ethics-complaint-against-former-aide-to-Breed-12738326.php">He was accused of</a> failing to register as a campaign consultant for Breed in 2018. Johnston said he was never contacted by ethics about it, and no finding resulted from it.

Johnston, with his wealth of experience in City Hall, could be an effective chaos agent against Lurie. He was the lead legislative staffer at the Board of Supervisors, a job granting insight as to which government levers must be pulled to get things done — or grind things to a halt. <a href="https://www.sfchronicle.com/politics/article/SF-ethics-complaint-against-former-aide-to-Breed-12738326.php">He was accused of</a> failing to register as a campaign consultant for Breed in 2018. Johnston said he was never contacted by ethics about it, and no finding resulted from it.

In a text message thread with dozens of Breed supporters, from YIMBY allies to former staffers, Johnston responded to the rumors of his appointment.

In a text message thread with dozens of Breed supporters, from YIMBY allies to former staffers, Johnston responded to the rumors of his appointment.

“I’m a nice person, guys! This reputation is unfair,” Johnston replied in the text, which was seen by The Standard. “I’m sure someone on this thread can cite a nice thing I did once.”

“I’m a nice person, guys! This reputation is unfair,” Johnston replied in the text, which was seen by The Standard. “I’m sure someone on this thread can cite a nice thing I did once.”

Johnston has long been registered to vote in District 8, records show. The rules around supervisorial appointments may be loose enough to allow him to establish residency in District 2, should he be appointed.

Johnston has long been registered to vote in District 8, records show. The rules around supervisorial appointments may be loose enough to allow him to establish residency in District 2, should he be appointed.

Correction: This story has been updated to note Johnston&#8217;s voter registration.

Correction: This story has been updated to note Johnston's voter registration.

Correction: This story has been updated to note Johnston&#8217;s voter registration.

Mayor Breed may lob a political grenade into City Hall on her way out

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Board of Supervisors President Aaron Peskin went above and beyond in his civic duties Thursday morning. As he drove toward City Hall along Van Ness Avenue, he spotted what appeared to be a homeless man being beaten and robbed.

Board of Supervisors President Aaron Peskin went above and beyond in his civic duties Thursday morning. As he drove toward City Hall along Van Ness Avenue, he spotted what appeared to be a homeless man being beaten and robbed.

Acting fast, Peskin called 911 at 11:02 a.m., he told The Standard in a phone call, and began following the suspect in his car, remaining on the line for eight minutes.

Acting fast, Peskin called 911 at 11:02 a.m., he told The Standard in a phone call, and began following the suspect in his car, remaining on the line for eight minutes.

&#8220;At which point, I was told he had been apprehended, and I drove back around and found him and identified him, and he is now under arrest,&#8221; Peskin said.

"At which point, I was told he had been apprehended, and I drove back around and found him and identified him, and he is now under arrest," Peskin said.

&#8220;At which point, I was told he had been apprehended, and I drove back around and found him and identified him, and he is now under arrest,&#8221; Peskin said.

Peskin said the victim looked as if he was in his 60s and &#8220;maybe homeless.&#8221;

Peskin said the victim looked as if he was in his 60s and "maybe homeless."

Peskin said the victim looked as if he was in his 60s and &#8220;maybe homeless.&#8221;

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&#8220;[The] suspect looked like a maybe late-20s caucasian male with a beard — about 5-foot-7 or 5-foot-8,&#8221; he said. &#8220;He had a big stick in his hand, two long objects in his hands which he was beating the victim [with.] I witnessed the victim hand what appeared to be —&nbsp;but can&#8217;t positively say — looked like a wallet.&#8221;

"[The] suspect looked like a maybe late-20s caucasian male with a beard — about 5-foot-7 or 5-foot-8," he said. "He had a big stick in his hand, two long objects in his hands which he was beating the victim [with.] I witnessed the victim hand what appeared to be —&nbsp;but can't positively say — looked like a wallet."

&#8220;[The] suspect looked like a maybe late-20s caucasian male with a beard — about 5-foot-7 or 5-foot-8,&#8221; he said. &#8220;He had a big stick in his hand, two long objects in his hands which he was beating the victim [with.] I witnessed the victim hand what appeared to be —&nbsp;but can&#8217;t positively say — looked like a wallet.&#8221;

Peskin&#8217;s longtime political consultant, Jim Stearns, wasted no time seizing the opportunity to promote the mayoral candidate&#8217;s good deed for the day.

Peskin's longtime political consultant, Jim Stearns, wasted no time seizing the opportunity to promote the mayoral candidate's good deed for the day.

Peskin&#8217;s longtime political consultant, Jim Stearns, wasted no time seizing the opportunity to promote the mayoral candidate&#8217;s good deed for the day.

&#8220;He not only swims from Alcatraz, he single-handedly apprehends dangerous criminals. I mean, of course, he should be mayor,&#8221; he told The Standard by phone.

"He not only swims from Alcatraz, he single-handedly apprehends dangerous criminals. I mean, of course, he should be mayor," he told The Standard by phone.

&#8220;He not only swims from Alcatraz, he single-handedly apprehends dangerous criminals. I mean, of course, he should be mayor,&#8221; he told The Standard by phone.

Juewels Woods, a manager at the Burger King on Van Ness Avenue, said she witnessed the assault and also called the police. She said one man hit another with a metal pipe and then ran off with some of his belongings.

Juewels Woods, a manager at the Burger King on Van Ness Avenue, said she witnessed the assault and also called the police. She said one man hit another with a metal pipe and then ran off with some of his belongings.

“All of a sudden he slammed him in the eye,” Woods said. “Then he started screaming, and he robbed him.”

“All of a sudden he slammed him in the eye,” Woods said. “Then he started screaming, and he robbed him.”

Gummy bears, empty packets of swisher sweets and a few items of clothing were the only remnants of the earlier assault, according to a nearby safety ambassador who declined to give their name as they are not authorized to speak to the press.

Gummy bears, empty packets of swisher sweets and a few items of clothing were the only remnants of the earlier assault, according to a nearby safety ambassador who declined to give their name as they are not authorized to speak to the press.

A witness said the victim left these belongings behind after being assaulted outside Burger King on Van Ness Avenue on Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024. 

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/img_1234-1.jpg?w=2500" alt="There are discarded clothes, candy, and litter on a sidewalk near a tree and a bike rack. Across the street, pedestrians walk by and a red bus is seen." class="wp-image-316060"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A witness said the victim left these belongings behind after being assaulted outside Burger King on Van Ness Avenue on Thursday.</figcaption></figure>

The San Francisco Police Department confirmed the incident. It said Daniel Roman Otero Holdsworth, 27, was arrested on suspicion of robbery, assault with a deadly weapon, and mayhem, which is the act of unlawfully or maliciously attacking another person in a way that causes disfigurement or disability.

The San Francisco Police Department confirmed the incident. It said Daniel Roman Otero Holdsworth, 27, was arrested on suspicion of robbery, assault with a deadly weapon, and mayhem, which is the act of unlawfully or maliciously attacking another person in a way that causes disfigurement or disability.

At 12:56 p.m., Peskin tweeted, &#8220;Hope the victim is okay- my heart sincerely goes out to them. Good work by <a href="https://x.com/SF_emergency">@SF_emergency</a> <a href="https://x.com/SFPDNorthern">@SFPDNorthern</a> truly.&#8221;

At 12:56 p.m., Peskin tweeted, "Hope the victim is okay- my heart sincerely goes out to them. Good work by <a href="https://x.com/SF_emergency">@SF_emergency</a> <a href="https://x.com/SFPDNorthern">@SFPDNorthern</a> truly."

At 12:56 p.m., Peskin tweeted, &#8220;Hope the victim is okay- my heart sincerely goes out to them. Good work by <a href="https://x.com/SF_emergency">@SF_emergency</a> <a href="https://x.com/SFPDNorthern">@SFPDNorthern</a> truly.&#8221;

Footage posted <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLrJRSWz9oU">online</a> after the incident shows a man suffering from facial wounds outside the Burger King.

Footage posted <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLrJRSWz9oU">online</a> after the incident shows a man suffering from facial wounds outside the Burger King.

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Six-year incumbent London Breed has <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/11/07/breed-to-concede-sf-mayors-race-as-frustrated-voters-seek-change/">lost the mayoral election</a> and will soon surrender her post to mayor-elect <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/11/07/daniel-lurie-wins-san-francisco-mayor/">Daniel Lurie</a>.

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Six-year incumbent London Breed has <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/11/07/breed-to-concede-sf-mayors-race-as-frustrated-voters-seek-change/">lost the mayoral election</a> and will soon surrender her post to mayor-elect <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/11/07/daniel-lurie-wins-san-francisco-mayor/">Daniel Lurie</a>.

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.

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.

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.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00002-edited.jpg" alt="Several individuals in formal attire stand in front of a San Francisco City Attorney seal, with U.S. and California flags visible behind them." class="wp-image-330696"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">City Attorney Dennis Herrera gestures toward Board of Supervisors President London Breed after announcing a settlement agreement on short-term rentals in a May 2017 news conference.</figcaption></figure>

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.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00003-edited.jpg" alt="A group of people is gathered in a room with colorful graffiti on the wall. One person wears a jacket that says &quot;It takes the hood to save the hood&quot; on the back." class="wp-image-330697"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed meets with members of the United Playaz to promote a gun buyback program in 2017.</figcaption></figure>

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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Acting Mayor London Breed is surrounded by city officials during a City Hall news conference following the announcement that Mayor Ed Lee has died in San Francisco, on Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2017.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img 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>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img 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's death in December 2017.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img 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>

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 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 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.

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(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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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>

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