SAN ANTONIO – Former San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg officially announced his bid for Bexar County judge.
Nirenberg held an event to make the “big announcement” on Saturday at Backyard on Broadway.
“I left the mayor’s office clear-eyed about the challenges we’re facing and certain about what it takes to solve them,” Nirenberg said. “That’s why today, I do have an announcement. My name is Ron Nirenberg, and I am running for Bexar County judge.”
Several supporters spoke during Nirenberg’s announcement, including his campaign treasurer Jorge Herrera, District 2 councilmember Jalen McKee-Rodriguez, and former Bexar County judge Nelson Wolff.
During the event, speakers highlighted Nirenberg’s accomplishments as mayor and his vision for Bexar County’s future.
“This race is about the future of Bexar County and determining what kind of shared future we want to build together,” Nirenberg said.
Nirenberg had submitted his Appointment of Campaign Treasurer form on Monday, a step into filing to run for an office.
“We are the results of our actions, not our ambitions, he said. ”I’m running to do things, I’m running to change things. I’m running to lead when we need it the most.”
Former San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg officially announced his bid for Bexar County judge on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025. (Copyright 2025 by KSAT – All rights reserved.)
“I’m excited to earn your vote in the coming months, and with your help, we will fulfill the potential of a community on the rise,” Nirenberg said. “And so let’s rise up together, Bexar County. It’s time to get to work.”
Current Bexar County Judge Peter Sakai has served as the county’s judge since 2023.
Sakai previously announced he is seeking re-election as county judge in the November 2026 election and may face Nirenberg as his opponent.
Nirenberg served as Mayor of San Antonio for eight years, from 2017 to 2025.
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