Good afternoon!
You kind of wondered, but Joe Eskenazi found out: He talked with former London Breed staffers who say yes, she did appoint Stephen Sherrill as D2 supervisor in order to court favor with NYC billionaire Michael Bloomberg. Breed denied it, calling the allegations “deeply offensive.” Watch Joe’s video interview with former Breed loyalist and political trickster Conor Johnston.
For back story, read Joe’s 2024 column about the politics, money, and relationships behind Sherrill’s appointment.
Clara-Sophia Daly reports that by fall San Francisco’s last immigration court will be run by the Concord court, and most cases will be heard across the Bay. Lawyers expect more confusion as judges are fired, courts closed, and the legal status for different groups is changed.
Did you see that sweet story about new Valkyries star Gabby Williams and her past as a 10-year-old player at the Mission Rec Center? What a dagger.
And hey, check out Iryna Humenyuk‘s piece on the six archetypal Valkyries fans.
More soon,
Sara
Coming up in the Bayview: Mission Local hosts a community fair at All Good Pizza on June 4 with local artists, small businesses, and the chance to talk with our team about the coverage you’d like to see. Reserve your free ticket here.
Latest News
London Breed said sheโd appoint D2’s Sherrill to curry favor with Bloomberg, 2 former staffers say
ย “It’s bad and we’re worried.”ย
S.F.โs last immigration court will be reduced to a satellite by fall
“Itโs the final nail in the coffin.”
Newly signed Valkyries star Gabby Williams was once a Mission Rec Rebel
“If she’s in the zone, forget about it.”
Back Story
In parting shot, Mayor Breed names ex-Bloomberg staffer Stephen Sherrill D2 supervisor
“Todayโs appointment carries the whiff of transactionality.”
SNAP
Conejito y bebe
By Michael Santiago
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