Sheng Thao Sworn in as New Oakland Mayor
Velena Jones, NBC Bay Area
Oakland officially has a new mayor after Sheng Thao was sworn into office Monday.
Through music and cultural dance, Mayor Thao was inaugurated as Oakland 51st mayor.
The nature of Thao taking the oath of office has become a point of pride for many.
“This is a monumental moment for the city and quite frankly the country, now Mayor Sheng Thao is now one of the first Hmong elected officials in the country,” said Mia Bonta.