Hundreds of Homeless Families Face Eviction in San Francisco

In San Francisco, families living in shelters face a new 90-day eviction policy reinstated by the Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing, which has sparked protests from affected families. Karina Ortiz, who is eight months pregnant and already has a daughter, joined other families at City Hall to demand the mayor rescind the evictions, fearing they will end up homeless without options. The policy, which allows for limited extensions, has led to eviction notices being issued to several families, some of whom have expressed their distress at the lack of a clear housing plan following their eviction. Advocates warn that over 400 families could be affected, doubling the number without stable housing since 2022. The city justifies the policy as a means to prioritize housing for those living on the streets, but many families argue that it leaves them vulnerable and without support. As the deadline approaches, families are urging local officials to find solutions to avoid further homelessness.