Weeks after San Antonio elected one of its youngest, most progressive City Councils this year, the city marked another new milestone by swearing in its first transgendered council member, Leo Castillo-Anguiano.

The 27-year-old is wrapping up a two-month interim appointment in District 2, after council colleagues chose him from a pool of applicants to fill in during Councilman Jalen McKee-Rodriguez’s (D2) paternity leave .

In his short but memorable time on the council, Castillo-Anguiano served as an outspoken critic of the city’s plans for a new NBA arena , a noticeable fresh perspective on housing issues and a reliable ally to a new mayor.

He also earned praise from his colleagues for his calm approach during tense times — like navigating a budget deficit with little agreement

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