Chicago residents oppose plan for new migrant shelter

Chicago residents oppose Democratic Mayor Brandon Johnson's plan to open a new migrant shelter in the city's South Side, leading to the administration backing off from the proposal.

Efforts to Oust Mayor Brandon Johnson Over Migrant Crisis in Chicago

Chicago residents protest Mayor Brandon Johnson's request for $70 million in taxpayer funds for migrant crisis, petition for his recall gaining traction. Mayor blames city's financial woes on federal government's lack of aid. Efforts to recall Mayor Johnson are being led by a former technology salesman.

Violent Weekend in Chicago

At least 43 people were shot, seven fatally, during a violent weekend in Chicago. The incidents included multiple shootings resulting in deaths, including a tragic case involving young children. Mayor Brandon Johnson is facing a challenging situation.

Immigration and Employment in Chicago

Chicago's progressive Mayor Brandon Johnson is pushing for more work permits for illegal immigrants in the city, despite high black unemployment rates. There have been issues with the slow approval of work permits and outbreaks of diseases in migrant shelters.

Chicago Mayor Advocating for Work Permits for Illegal Migrants

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is urging President Biden to grant work permits to nearly 500,000 illegal migrants living in Illinois, stating that the city can welcome another 400,000 to 700,000. Johnson emphasizes the need for economic opportunities for undocumented individuals to build better lives in Chicago or elsewhere.