San Antonio Police Union President to Retire

Danny Diaz steps down after leading the police union for over a decade.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 11:43pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a police badge reflecting a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually illustrating the transition in police union leadership.The retirement of the long-serving San Antonio police union president signals a potential shift in the powerful organization's priorities.San Antonio Today

Danny Diaz, the long-serving president of the San Antonio Police Officers' Association, has announced his retirement next month after more than a decade leading the city's police union.

Why it matters

Diaz's retirement marks a significant transition for the powerful police union, which has played a major role in local politics and contract negotiations. His departure could signal a shift in the union's priorities and approach under new leadership.

The details

Diaz has served as the president of the San Antonio Police Officers' Association since 2015. During his tenure, he has been a vocal advocate for police officers, negotiating contracts and benefits, and weighing in on policy decisions that impact law enforcement in the city.

  • Diaz will retire from his position next month, in May 2026.

The players

Danny Diaz

The long-serving president of the San Antonio Police Officers' Association, who is retiring next month after more than a decade leading the city's police union.

San Antonio Police Officers' Association

The labor union representing police officers in San Antonio, which Diaz has led as president since 2015.

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What they’re saying

“Serving as president of the San Antonio Police Officers' Association has been one of the greatest honors of my career,”

— Danny Diaz, President, San Antonio Police Officers' Association

What’s next

The San Antonio Police Officers' Association will hold elections to choose a new president to replace Diaz, who will depart his role in May 2026.

The takeaway

Diaz's retirement marks the end of an era for the influential San Antonio police union, which will now undergo a leadership transition that could reshape its priorities and approach in the years ahead.