San Francisco's 2024 Election: Propositions, Results, and Shifts
San Francisco voters are likely to approve Propositions E and F, which are public safety measures proposed by Mayor London Breed. Proposition E would expand the powers of the San Francisco Police Department, allowing the use of surveillance technology and loosening restrictions around vehicle chases. Proposition F would require drug treatment for some welfare recipients. The measures have garnered strong support, with early returns showing 63% in favor of Proposition E and 65% in favor of Proposition F. Critics argue that the electorate's motivation is driven by perceptions of crime rather than actual crime rates, while Breed's allies hope the success of these propositions will demonstrate her responsiveness to public concerns about crime and drug use.