Resignations and Controversies Shake Chicago City Council Leadership

Alderman Carlos Ramirez-Rosa has resigned from his positions as chairman of the City Council's Zoning Committee and as Mayor Brandon Johnson's Council floor leader following accusations of "manhandling" Alderwoman Emma Mitts. Ramirez-Rosa apologized for his actions and expressed a desire to rebuild trust among his colleagues. The incident has sparked tensions between the Black and Hispanic communities, and Mayor Johnson could not afford to support Ramirez-Rosa. Negotiations to save Ramirez-Rosa's job were unsuccessful, and Johnson has agreed with Ramirez-Rosa's decision to step down. The mayor now needs to find a new floor leader and Zoning chair.