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Brandon Johnson

Season 2026 Episode 4 | 26m 46s

Mayor Brandon Johnson discusses leading Chicago amid ICE raids and clashes with Trump—while facing a budget and pension crisis that threatens the city’s financial future. He addresses setbacks to his progressive agenda and the hard choices ahead.

Aired: 01/22/26
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