Chicago Mayor’s Controversial Remarks on President Trump’s Leadership

In a striking critique during his weekly press conference, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson accused President Donald Trump of authoritarian practices, comparing his administration to the Confederacy. Mayor Johnson urged House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La) to confront what he described as the use of immigration enforcement as a form of “terrorism.”

Johnson expressed his concerns about the current state of the nation, stating, “There should be no question to what our country would look like had the Confederacy won – we’re seeing it on full display.” He portrayed President Trump as a “tyrant” and alleged that the federal government was being run as a “one-branch” authority, with Trump supposedly undermining the judiciary and using executive power to silence critics.

Calls for Speaker Mike Johnson to Act

The mayor called on Speaker Mike Johnson to take a stand, labeling members of Congress as “cowards” for not speaking out against the President’s actions. “There’s no check and balance. It doesn’t exist right now,” Johnson declared, emphasizing the need for leadership in Congress to uphold justice and the principles of democracy.

Encounter with the Press

During the question and answer session, a tense exchange unfolded as an aide interrupted a reporter, which sparked a momentary discussion on freedom of speech. A journalist questioned Mayor Johnson’s encouragement for Chicagoans to “rise up” against ICE, suggesting it could incite violence, referencing recent unrest in Los Angeles. The mayor, however, maintained his stance on nonviolence.

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The conversation then shifted to fiscal responsibility, especially concerning the expenditure of millions in taxpayer dollars on migrant support. When asked whether genuine Chicago residents could trust his management of city finances, Mayor Johnson replied that they were “investing in people,” and swiftly moved to another topic.

Public Opinion and Historical Context

Amid these controversies, Mayor Brandon Johnson’s approval ratings have plummeted, reportedly sinking below 20 percent. This declining support comes in a city that has not had a Republican mayor since William Thompson in 1931.

Fox News Digital has reached out to the White House and Speaker Mike Johnson for their responses to Mayor Brandon Johnson’s assertions and demands.