Joe Biden son, Beau, a patient at Texas cancer center San Diego mayor Bob Filner faces new pressure to quit The embattled Democratic San Diego mayor is trying to settle a sexual harassment lawsuit, meeting with city officials and the attorney for the woman who is suing him. The San Diego Union-Tribune reports that Filner's resignation is part of the negotiations. Meanwhile, the Democratic National Committee plans to vote on a resolution, calling on Filner to step down. In all, 16 women accuse the mayor of harassing them.