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Brandon Johnson (born March 27, 1976) is an American educator and politician serving as the 57th mayor of Chicago. A member of the Democratic Party, Johnson was elected mayor in April 2023. He previously served on the Cook County Board of Commissioners from 2018 to 2023, representing the 1st district.
Jun 9, 2024 · Mr Johnson has defied the worst fears his opponents stoked. “We’re going to see an exodus like we’ve never seen before,” imagined John Catanzara, the boss of the police union, last year.
Apr 5, 2023 · CHICAGO — In the final days of the mayoral campaign in Chicago, Brandon Johnson drew more than 4,000 people to a jubilant rally featuring Senator Bernie Sanders, who endorsed him.
Apr 5, 2023 · C hicago has elected Brandon Johnson as the city’s 57th mayor as residents sought new leadership amid frustrations about crime, housing, and other quality of life concerns.
Apr 4, 2023 · CHICAGO — Brandon Johnson, a county commissioner and teachers’ union organizer who called for a vast expansion of social programs in Chicago, as well as new taxes, was elected mayor of the...
Apr 5, 2023 · Chicago Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson will face mounting crime issues and pension debt obligations after he's sworn in.
May 15, 2023 · Brandon Johnson, a former teacher and union organizer, was sworn in as Chicago's 57th mayor on Monday. He won a tight runoff in April with a progressive campaign focused on public safety, taxes and education, and faces challenges such as crime, migration and taxes.
