Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson testifies in front of House committee
Brandon Johnson testified before Congress on Wednesday regarding Chicago's sanctuary city policies.
ACLU of Illinois: Hearing on sanctuary cities is about 'much more than immigration policy'
The ACLU of Illinois issued a statement ahead of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's testimony before the U.S. House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform in Washington, D.C.
Debate over Chicago's sanctuary policies intensifies as federal lawmakers seek answers from Mayor Johnson
Chicago’s sanctuary city policy dates back to 1985 when then-Mayor Harold Washington enacted protections for undocumented residents. The ordinance has since been updated by multiple mayors, including Brandon Johnson.
How Chicago has managed the migrant influx: A deep dive before Johnson’s congressional hearing
Ahead of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's testimony in Washington, D.C., here’s a detailed look at migrant arrivals and key developments in the city and suburbs since 2022.
Arrest warrant issued for migrant gang member in Chicago accused of murder, sexual assault
The arrest warrant for Colmenares is now in connection with the kidnapping and sexual assault of his former girlfriend, which occurred last October in Chicago.
Chicago mayor to be ‘held accountable’ for sanctuary policies in Capitol Hill hearing, GOP reps say
House Republicans are hyping up this week's hearing with Mayor Brandon Johnson and others to question them about sanctuary policies.
Chicago is considered a ‘sanctuary city,’ but what does that mean?
Chicago is widely considered a "sanctuary city," but what does that mean for how local police handle immigration cases?
From Trump's electoral win to now: Chicago's sanctuary city status tested amid ICE arrests
Since President Trump returned to the White House, his administration has moved swiftly to enact a large-scale immigration enforcement agenda, with Chicago emerging as a key battleground.
Why is Brandon Johnson testifying before Congress?
Mayor Brandon Johnson will appear before Congress along with three other mayors to defend Chicago's status as a sanctuary city.



















