Mayor Johnson Faces Backlash Amid Chicago Budget Turmoil

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's proposed 2025 budget, which included a $300 million property tax hike, faced immediate backlash from the City Council, including from his allies, leading to its rejection. The proposal's failure has raised questions about the ability of progressives to govern effectively and has left the city scrambling to find a budget solution before the year's end. The situation is further complicated by internal city government issues and the need to address a significant budget gap without resorting to layoffs or service cuts.