Mayor Brandon Johnson

Black and Brown women get unfairly blamed for a lot of things, and to blame them for the loss of business in Trump's economy is just absurd. If I have to veto something passed by ostensible Democrats to protect Black and Brown women, then veto it is. @onefairwage

On a new episode of Healthy Chicago Podcast, CDPH Information Coordinator James Scalzitti + Antonio King—the 1st Director of LGBTQ+ Affairs for the City of Chicago—discuss his new position, LGBTQ Health Awareness Week, and more. Listen: chi.gov/4bB6M9q @chicago #LGBTQ

Celebrate the 250th year of our country's independence in Chicago! Throughout the year, Chicago will be honoring this milestone and the history of our great city with celebrations. 🔗 Explore ways to celebrate all year: bit.ly/4bQtRWK #NeverOutdoneChi @chicagosmayor

If we believe for one minute that the way we're going to receive our God-given rights is just by hosting town halls or asking questions of our elected officials, absent taking it to the streets and demanding them through protest, we are missing the moment. We have to push, through organizing and direct action, for our government to do right by working people.

Accountability starts at home. The Welcoming City Ordinance is more than a piece of paper, it’s a commitment to everyone who calls @Chicago home. Today’s vote is a crucial step for our communities to know that local law enforcement is working for them as we continue to drive down violence in our city and Protect Chicago from Trump's militarized immigration campaign.

UPDATE FROM CITY HALL: Mayor Johnson hosts a media availability. #ChiCityCouncil twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

NEW: Mayor Brandon Johnson led the City Council in unanimous approval of a resolution celebrating and honoring the life, leadership, and contributions of the Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson Sr. to Chicago, the nation, and the entire world.

As Trump's economy gets less and less affordable by the day, I will continue standing up for our tipped workers and @OneFairWage.

CHICAGO CITY COUNCIL: Mayor Johnson presides over a meeting of the Chicago City Council. #ChiCityCouncil twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Michael was not just a public servant; he was a true hero. I am asking for the prayers of the entire city as the Altman family mourns his passing.

HAPPENING NOW: Mayor Brandon Johnson addresses the city. twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Remember to get out and vote today, @Chicago!

Happy Saint Patrick's Day, @Chicago! 🍀 Thank you to everyone who came out and safely celebrated Chicago's time-honored St. Paddy's Day traditions.

Facts are facts: we're raising wages for tipped workers and more Chicago restaurants are staying open. @onefairwage

Democrats rolling back the wages of Black and Brown women, at a time when it is getting increasingly more difficult to afford to live in cities across the country, is not only tone deaf, it's irresponsible.

🚨📺@ChicagosMayor on the push to overturn the One Fair Wage ordinance: We had an 83% renewal for [restaurant] business licenses. There's a way in which we can continue to grow and build businesses while also making sure we're taking care of our workers.

🚨📺@ChicagosMayor on the push to overturn One Fair Wage: At a time in which it is becoming increasingly more difficult to afford to raise a family in this country, Democrats rolling back the wages of Black and brown women, that's not only tone deaf, but it's irresponsible.

Democrats have to listen to what working people in Chicago are calling for. I will not abandon phasing out the sub-minimum wage for tipped workers at a time when Trump's wars and tariffs are making it increasingly difficult to live and raise a family throughout the city and country. @onefairwage

One Fair Wage: The Facts Mayor Brandon Johnson’s One Fair Wage ordinance is putting money back in workers’ pockets—spurring $6,600 in income growth for Chicago restaurant workers, the majority of whom are Black and Hispanic women living on the South and West Sides. Despite claims to the contrary, restaurants are not leaving Chicago. In fact, more restaurants are staying open. Since July 1, 2024, when the first pay increase took effect, the City has issued 1,574 new Retail Food Establishment licenses. The data shows continued restaurant industry growth and stability: • 81% of restaurant licenses were renewed in 2024. • 83% of restaurants renewed their licenses in 2025. And the industry continues to expand: • 2024: +680 net licenses • 2025: +664 net licenses More opportunity for workers. More restaurants opening their doors. Chicago moving forward.

Laylat al-Qadr Mubarak, @Chicago. May all those who celebrate have a Night of Power filled with peace, mercy, and answered prayers. It was my privilege to once again host an Iftar reception during this sacred month of Ramadan and celebrate Chicago's Muslim community for being a light in our city.