Chicago Alderwoman Assaulted at Brighton Park Protest Over Migrant Tent Camp

Chicago Ald. Julia Ramirez issues a statement after being battered during a protest against a proposed site for migrant housing in the Brighton Park neighborhood. Ramirez attended the event at the request of protesters but was quickly assaulted along with her aide. Ramirez expressed disappointment at the lack of peaceful dialogue and called for transparency, accountability, and local involvement in the decision-making process. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Rep. Jesus "Chuy" García condemned the attack, emphasizing the right to peaceful protest while denouncing violence against elected officials. The incident occurred amid the city's evaluation of a vacant lot as a potential site for a "tent city" to house migrants.