Anthony Tordillos | |
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| Member of the San Jose City Council from District 3 | |
| Assumed office August 12, 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Omar Torres |
| Personal details | |
| Party | Democratic[1] |
| Education | Yale University (BS) |
Anthony Tordillos is an American politician serving as the San Jose City Council councilmember from District 3 since 2025. He was elected in the June 2025 special runoff election to complete the term of former councilmember Omar Torres.[2]
Early life and education
Tordillos was born and raised in Washington state. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Yale University in 2014.[3]
Career
Before entering elected office, Tordillos worked in the technology industry at YouTube.[4] He also served as president of the South University Neighborhood Association.[3]
In 2022, Tordillos was appointed to represent District 3 on the San José Planning Commission. He was elected chair of the commission in 2024.[3]
San Jose City Council
2025 special election
Tordillos ran in the 2025 special election for the District 3 seat on the San Jose City Council. The election was held to fill the seat vacated by former councilmember Omar Torres.[5]
In the April 2025 special election, Tordillos finished second and advanced to a runoff against Gabby Chavez-Lopez. His advancement followed a recount for second place between Tordillos and Matthew Quevedo.[6]
During the runoff, KQED described the race as focused on housing and public safety.[7] San José Spotlight reported that Mayor Matt Mahan endorsed Tordillos in the runoff.[8]
Tordillos defeated Chavez-Lopez in the June 24, 2025, special runoff election, receiving 5,355 votes, or 64.36%, to Chavez-Lopez's 2,966 votes, or 35.64%.[9] The County of Santa Clara Registrar of Voters certified the results in July 2025.[2]
Tordillos was sworn into office on August 12, 2025.[10]
Tenure
As a councilmember, Tordillos represents District 3, which includes downtown San José. The City of San José lists his term as expiring on December 31, 2026.[11]
Tordillos serves on the Public Safety, Finance and Strategic Support Committee and the Transportation and Environment Committee. He also serves as a liaison or appointee to several city and regional bodies, including the Appeals Hearing Board, the Deferred Compensation Advisory Committee, the Downtown Parking Board, the Diridon Station Steering Committee, and the BART Silicon Valley Phase II Oversight Committee.[3]
Electoral history
| Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Tordillos | 5,355 | 64.36 | |
| Gabby Chavez-Lopez | 2,966 | 35.64 | |
| Total votes | 8,321 | 100.00 | |
References
- "Endorsements". Anthony Tordillos for City Council. Retrieved June 27, 2026.
- Tingson, Nicole (July 28, 2025). "Tordillos wins San Jose District 3 seat as special runoff election results certified". Local News Matters. Bay City News. Retrieved June 27, 2026.
- "Our D3 Team". Councilmember Anthony Tordillos, San José District 3. Retrieved June 27, 2026.
- Pho, Brandon (June 24, 2025). "Anthony Tordillos maintains lead in San Jose special election". San José Spotlight. Retrieved June 27, 2026.
- Marzorati, Guy (June 19, 2025). "In San José Council Runoff, Candidates Aim to Heal City's Political Divides". KQED. Retrieved June 27, 2026.
- Marzorati, Guy (April 26, 2025). "After Recount, Tordillos Advances to Runoff Election for San José Council Seat". KQED. Retrieved June 27, 2026.
- Marzorati, Guy (June 24, 2025). "Tordillos Poised to Win San José City Council Seat in Special Election". KQED. Retrieved June 27, 2026.
- Preciado, Nick; Vera, Vicente (May 2, 2025). "UPDATE: San Jose mayor endorses Anthony Tordillos for City Council". San José Spotlight. Retrieved June 27, 2026.
- "Official Final Results: June 24, 2025 Special Runoff Election, San Jose City Council District 3" (PDF). Santa Clara County Registrar of Voters. July 23, 2025. Retrieved June 27, 2026.
- Pho, Brandon (August 12, 2025). "San Jose's newest councilmember sworn into office". San José Spotlight. Retrieved June 27, 2026.
- "Mayor and City Council". City of San José. Retrieved June 27, 2026.
External links
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