Mayor Brandon Johnson Grants Extension for Chicago Migrant Shelter Evictions

Under pressure from City Council members, Mayor Brandon Johnson delayed the city's plan to evict migrants from 28 shelters until mid-March, citing the need to give individuals more time to process work authorization and find housing. The $150 million allocated for the migrant crisis is expected to run out in about 100 days, prompting concerns about sustainability. Johnson criticized Texas Governor Greg Abbott for not coordinating with the city when sending migrants to the Chicago area and emphasized the temporary nature of the emergency shelters. The mayor's decision to postpone the eviction policy was met with gratitude from Council members, who hope for more collaboration and support from state and federal partners.