Romero is not up for re-election until 2028 (4-year county council terms). He and Carlos Moreno made history as the first-ever Latinos on the Salt Lake County Council when sworn in January 2025. His return to office after a 12-year hiatus signals growing Latino political power in Utah, where Hispanics are 15% of the population but have been historically underrepresented.
Won 2024 general election with 65.1% over Republican Roger Livingston (31.5%) and Utah Forward candidate Nolan Kruse (3.4%). Replaced outgoing Democratic councilmember Ann Granato. Previously served in Utah legislature 2004-2012, retiring as Senate Democratic Leader. Ran unsuccessfully for Salt Lake County Mayor (2012) and State Senate (2014, lost to Jani Iwamoto at convention). Endorsed by Latino Victory Fund. Not up for re-election until 2028.