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London Breed Defends Controversial Appointment of Stephen Sherrill

2/7/2026

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London Breed, the former San Francisco Mayor, appointed Stephen Sherrill to a key Board of Supervisors post.
Sherrill is a protégé of Michael Bloomberg and had limited ties to the area.
Breed defended the appointment after advisors questioned its legality, saying it reflected her leadership record.
After leaving office, Breed secured a temporary role with the Aspen Institute.

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Story summary

London Breed, the former San Francisco Mayor, appointed Stephen Sherrill to a key Board of Supervisors post.
Sherrill is a protégé of Michael Bloomberg and had limited ties to the area.
Breed defended the appointment after advisors questioned its legality, saying it reflected her leadership record.
After leaving office, Breed secured a temporary role with the Aspen Institute.