Controversy and Criticism Surround Chicago's Brighton Park Migrant Camp
Originally Published 2 years ago — by POLITICO
The proposed tent encampment for housing migrants in Chicago's Brighton Park neighborhood has been halted due to "serious environmental concerns" raised by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. The rejection of Mayor Brandon Johnson's plan has led to public sparring between City Hall and Governor JB Pritzker's office. While the disagreement highlights tensions between the two Democrats, it also sheds light on their relationship. In other news, Chicago White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf's visit to Nashville has sparked speculation about the team's future location when their lease expires in six years.