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Chicago Alderman Urges Unity Against Rising Crime
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Chicago Alderman Raymond Lopez pulled no punches, calling out Mayor Brandon Johnson and Governor JB Pritzker for playing politics with public safety during a NewsNation interview.
Lopez insisted leaders should set differences aside and accept any support President Trump offers to help restore order to Chicago’s streets.
🚨NEW: Chicago Alderman Raymond Lopez *TORCHES* Mayor Brandon Johnson and Gov J.B. Pritzker for not collaborating with TRUMP to crack down on crime🚨
“How many victims are we comfortable with? Because that’s ultimately the subtext of what the mayor and the governor are saying is… pic.twitter.com/7WzOBG4Akr
— Jason Cohen 🇺🇸 (@JasonJournoDC) September 1, 2025
- Lopez criticized the mayor and governor for refusing to collaborate with Trump to reduce crime.
- He cited alarming statistics from Labor Day weekend, including 31 shootings and seven deaths, as evidence for greater cooperation.
- Lopez accused Johnson and Pritzker of prioritizing political sparring over the safety of Chicago’s citizens.
When public servants prioritize partisan squabbles over partnering to protect their communities, everyday people bear the consequences. Stand up for real solutions—not political grandstanding.
It’s time to push back.
