Immigration testimony: Lawmakers, activists speak ahead of committee hearing
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An Illinois representative, along with other activists and lawmakers, spoke to the media ahead of a congressional hearing in DC, where Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is set to testify.

Chicago alderman previews what to expect from Brandon Johnson's 'sanctuary city' hearing
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Ald. Raymond Lopez (15th) talks about the issues stemming from Chicago's "sanctuary city" status and how he expects Mayor Brandon Johnson to fare during his House committee hearing today.

Chicago activists push for immigrant rights amid scrutiny of sanctuary cities
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As Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson prepares to face questioning from members of Congress over the city's sanctuary laws, local activists argued for the importance of the city upholding immigrants' rights.

Illinois congressman expects 'attack on Chicago' at Johnson hearing

Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Illinois), the only Illinois congressman on the panel, said the hearing could turn into "an attack on Chicago."

Illinois lawmaker pledges to boycott Trump primetime address
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U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D-Ill.) said she will boycott President Donald Trump's joint address to Congress tonight, calling it a "series of lies to the American People."

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.

Chicago restaurant owner says deportation fears impacting business
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Laura Gutierrez-Ramos, owner of Nuevo Leon Restaurant in Chicago?s Little Village neighborhood, says her business has suffered as customers have chosen to stay inside their homes out of fear of increased immigration enforcement.

Chicago mayor reacts to Linda McMahon becoming Trump's education secretary
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The former WWE CEO will now lead the Department of Education with its future uncertain amid President Donald Trump?s pledge to eliminate the agency.

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.

Debate over Chicago's sanctuary policies intensifies as federal lawmakers seek answers
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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.

Chicago mayor to be ?held accountable? for sanctuary policies in Capitol Hill hearing, GOP reps say
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Congressional Republicans on the House Oversight Committee produced a video previewing a hearing this week aimed at scrutinizing big city mayors, including Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, and their immigration policies.