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CHICAGO, WE NEED YOUR HELP! 🇺🇸 We’re on a mission to get Danielle Carter-Walters on the ballot for Mayor of Chicago. Know a business, church, community center, barbershop, salon, organization, or event where we can collect petition signatures? 📍 Drop the locations in the comments. 📩 DM us the locations. 📧 Email us the locations. Want to meet up and sign the petition? Send us a DM, and we’ll do our best to meet you wherever you are in Chicago. The Chicago Flips Red team and friends are outside every day connecting with voters, collecting signatures, and spreading the message. We’re outside. We’re working. We’re on a mission. ALL HANDS ON DECK. 🇺🇸 Let’s get Danielle Carter-Walters on the ballot! Flipsred.com #ChicagoFlipsRed

Another Top Finance Official Departs Johnson Administration as Budget Crisis Deepens Mayor Brandon Johnson’s administration is once again facing turnover at the top of Chicago’s financial leadership. Acting Chief Financial Officer Steven Mahr is leaving City Hall after serving less than eight months in the role. Mahr was appointed on an interim basis after former Chief Financial Officer Jill Jaworski left the Johnson administration in January 2026 to become Chief Financial and Administrative Officer at Navy Pier. (Bloomberg Tax⁠) His departure comes at a critical time. Chicago is entering another difficult budget season while city officials acknowledge: * A projected $90 million mid-year budget shortfall * A budget gap exceeding $1 billion for the next fiscal year * Approximately $36 billion in unfunded pension liabilities The timing also comes just before Chicago’s annual investors conference, where the city’s chief financial officer traditionally serves as one of the primary representatives to Wall Street investors and credit rating agencies. According to Civic Federation President Joe Ferguson, entering that conference without a permanent CFO sends a negative signal about stability in City Hall’s financial leadership. (Bond Buyer⁠) City Council Raises Concerns Finance Committee Chair Ald. Pat Dowell said Mahr “stepped into a big job” and suggested he did not receive the level of support needed during contentious budget hearings. Ald. Matt O’Shea also questioned whether City Hall’s financial leadership was working together effectively, saying the city needs its Budget Director, Comptroller and Chief Financial Officer operating as one team rather than separately. The disagreements became increasingly visible during recent hearings over the city’s mid-year financial report and supplemental pension payments. Financial Leadership Turnover Continues With Mahr’s resignation, Mayor Brandon Johnson has now lost multiple senior finance officials during his administration, including: * Jill Jaworski – Chief Financial Officer (departed January 2026 for Navy Pier) * Steven Mahr – Acting Chief Financial Officer (departing August 2026) * Chasse Rehwinkel – City Comptroller (departed December 2024 to become CFO of Devon Bank) (Yahoo⁠) That means three senior leaders from Chicago’s top financial management team have now left the Johnson administration. As Chicago prepares for another contentious budget debate, many taxpayers will be watching closely to see who will lead the city’s financial strategy and whether the administration can restore confidence among investors, credit rating agencies, and the City Council. Chicago Flips Red will continue following the city’s finances, budget negotiations, pension obligations, and leadership changes as Chicago taxpayers deserve clear answers about the city’s fiscal direction Flipsred.com #ChicagoFlipsRed

Chicago Flips Red stopped by the 1st Annual Peace, Love, Unity – Englewood Strong Picnic this weekend. 💙💚💙💚 It was good to see residents, families, and community members come together for a positive event focused on fellowship and neighborhood pride. Regardless of politics, strong communities are built when neighbors know one another, support one another, and create spaces where families can gather. Chicago Flips Red appreciates the invitation and wishes everyone involved continued success as they work to strengthen Englewood. Video recap coming soon. FlipsRed.com #ChicagoFlipsRed

Chicago Flips Red visited with homeowners on the 9200 block of South Harper in the Washington Heights community after residents reached out to share concerns about the direction of their neighborhood. Residents told us they are worried about rising property taxes, the overall decline of their block, and what they describe as an increase in panhandling along the Stony Island Avenue corridor. Some homeowners also expressed concerns that two auto repair businesses on Stony Island may be housing migrants. Chicago Flips Red has not independently verified those specific allegations. The area falls within Chicago’s 8th Ward, which is represented by Alderman Michelle Harris. Ward boundaries are established by the City of Chicago. Chicago Flips Red believes homeowners deserve to have their concerns heard and addressed. Whether the issue is property taxes, neighborhood quality of life, code enforcement, or public safety, residents who have invested in their communities deserve clear communication and responsive local government. If you live in the Washington Heights community or nearby and have concerns you would like Chicago Flips Red to investigate, contact us through our website. FlipsRed.com #ChicagoFlipsRed

Chicago Flips Red stopped by the Kenwood Academy All-Class Alumni Picnic on August 2, 2026. It was great to see Broncos from so many graduating classes gathering to celebrate their shared history, reconnect with old friends, and enjoy a beautiful day in Chicago. Events like this remind us that school pride doesn’t end at graduation. Strong alumni connections help preserve traditions, strengthen neighborhoods, and bring generations together. Thank you to everyone who welcomed us, shared their stories, and made us feel at home. We appreciate the warm reception. 🎥 Check out our video recap. FlipsRed.com #ChicagoFlipsRed #Kenw

Chicago Flips Red stopped by the Kenwood Academy All-Class Alumni Picnic Yesterday August 2,2026 It was great seeing Broncos from different generations come together to celebrate their school, reconnect with classmates, and enjoy another beautiful Chicago summer day. Community matters. Alumni networks matter. Seeing people return to support the schools and neighborhoods that helped shape them is always a good thing. To everyone we met today…thank you for the conversations and the hospitality. Flipsred.com #ChicagoFlipsRed #KenwoodAcademy #Broncos

Chicago taxpayers are expected to cover the costs associated with Chicago’s migrant response including shelter, healthcare, and educating newly arrived students while many longtime residents are already struggling with rising property taxes, crime, housing costs, and underperforming city services. Many Chicagoans are already starting to pay the price. In some areas, property tax bills have tripled, placing even more pressure on homeowners, seniors, and working families. 1st Ward Ald. Daniel “Banana Suit” La Spata voted in favor of these policies. And while many residents were asking for solutions to public safety, affordability, and basic city services, they also got more bicycle lanes. 1st Ward voters can decide for themselves whether those were the right priorities. Chicago Flips Red believes this should be Ald. La Spata’s last term in office. Flipsred.com #ChicagoFlipsRed #1stward

Remember when Mayor Brandon Johnson welcomed thousands of migrants to Chicago and promoted the city as a welcoming destination? Then came the public health concerns at the Pilsen shelter, where a 5-year-old migrant child died after developing sepsis associated with a Group A strep infection. The shelter also experienced a measles outbreak that required emergency response measures. At the same time, Chicago taxpayers were expected to cover the costs of shelter, healthcare, and educating newly arrived students while many longtime residents were already struggling with rising taxes, crime, housing costs, and underperforming city services. On the federal level ( Biden & Harris Administration) , Americans were told COVID-19 vaccines were essential, yet millions of migrants entered the country during that period without a nationwide COVID-19 vaccination requirement. Chicagoans have every right to ask why these decisions were made, who benefited, and whether the priorities of City Hall reflected the needs of the people already living here. Those questions aren’t going away. Flipsred.com #ChicagoFlipsRed

South Shore Tars Alumni Picnic at Rainbow Beach 💙💚 Vice President of Chicago Flips Red and 2027 Chicago mayoral candidate Danielle Carter-Walters (Class of ’92) made it out! Shoutout to all the South Shore alumni who came together—from the Class of 1986 (celebrating their 40-year anniversary) to the Class of 2014, the last graduating class from the original South Shore High School building. It was great seeing generations of Tars reconnecting and celebrating the school’s legacy. Video recap Flipsred.com #ChicagoFlipsRed #SouthShoreTars

South Shore Tars Alumni Picnic at Rainbow Beach 💙💚 Vice President of Chicago Flips Red and 2027 Chicago mayoral candidate Danielle Carter-Walters (Class of ’92) made it out! Shoutout to all the South Shore alumni who came together—from the Class of 1986 (celebrating their 40-year anniversary) to the Class of 2014, the last graduating class from the original South Shore High School building. It was great seeing generations of Tars reconnecting and celebrating the school’s legacy. Flipsred.com #ChicagoFlipsRed #SouthShoreTars

Lollapalooza 2026. Chicago Flips Red was out at Grant Park today August 1,2026 enjoying one of the city’s biggest events and meeting people from all walks of life. We believe politics shouldn’t stop us from enjoying our city or engaging with our neighbors. Chicago belongs to everyone, and conversations happen everywhere—not just during election season. While thousands came together for the music, we were proud to represent Danielle Carter-Walters’ campaign and continue introducing people to a different vision for Chicago. Good music. Good people. Great conversations. Flipsred.com #Lollapalooza #Chicago #ChicagoFlipsRed

South Shore Tars Alumni Picnic is in full effect! 🎉 Shoutout to the Vice President of Chicago Flips Red and 2027 Chicago mayoral candidate Danielle Carter-Walters (Class of ’92) for representing. And a special shoutout to the Class of 1974—y’all still got it! 💙💚 Flipsred.com #ChicagoFlipsRed

🚨 CHICAGO, YOU JUST GOT ANOTHER TAX INCREASE. Who raised your taxes? It wasn’t Washington. The Illinois General Assembly passed the legislation, and Governor J.B. Pritzker signed it into law. Beginning August 1, 2026, Chicago’s combined sales tax increased to 10.50%. The additional 0.25% is intended to help fund regional public transit, including the CTA, Metra, and Pace. For years, taxpayers have contributed billions of dollars to public transit through fares, sales taxes, state funding, and federal funding. Yet many residents continue to ask where the measurable improvements are. Earlier this year, a Cook County judge also ruled that approximately $243 million in transportation-related funds had been improperly diverted from their constitutionally dedicated purpose. Taxpayers deserve transparency, accountability, and results..not just another tax increase. Know who raised your taxes. Know where your money is going. Chicago Flips Red Flipsred.com #ChicagoFlipsRed

Vice President of Chicago Flips Red and 2027 Chicago mayoral candidate Danielle Carter-Walters walks through 61st Street and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and points out what many Chicagoans can see with their own eyes. Chicago taxpayers deserve answers. For decades, billions of dollars have flowed through Chicago’s Tax Increment Financing (TIF) program with promises of neighborhood investment, economic development, affordable housing, infrastructure improvements, and job creation. Yet, as you walk through this community, a simple question remains: Where did the TIF money go? This neighborhood has voted overwhelmingly Democratic for decades. Residents deserve to see tangible results from the public dollars that were intended to strengthen their community—not just campaign promises every election cycle. Vacant lots. Aging infrastructure. Struggling commercial corridors. Longtime residents continue asking when the promised investment will reach their blocks. TIF dollars are generated from increased property tax revenue within designated districts. Taxpayers deserve to know how those funds have been allocated, which projects received funding, what benchmarks were established, and whether those investments produced the results that were promised. Chicago deserves transparency. Communities deserve accountability. Taxpayers deserve answers. Learn more about Danielle Carter-Walters’ campaign for Mayor of Chicago at DannicForMayor.com. Chicago Flips Red Common Sense for Chicago. FlipsRed.com #ChicagoFlipsRed #TIF #Chicago

🚨 Dr. Anthony Fauci Invokes the Fifth Amendment Before Senate Committee Former NIAID Director Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared before the U.S. Senate on July 29 regarding the federal government’s COVID-19 response and the origins of the pandemic. During the hearing, Fauci repeatedly invoked his Fifth Amendment right and declined to answer questions posed by senators. Senate Homeland Security Committee Chairman Rand Paul has announced plans to pursue a contempt vote following the hearing. The hearing revisited several issues that continue to generate public debate, including: • NIH funding for coronavirus research through EcoHealth Alliance. • Research conducted at the Wuhan Institute of Virology. • The origins of COVID-19. • Federal pandemic policies, including shutdowns, masking, and vaccine guidance. • Whether Congress and the American people received complete and accurate information during the pandemic. The Fifth Amendment is a constitutional protection against self-incrimination. Invoking it is a legal right and, by itself, is not proof of wrongdoing. At the same time, critics argue that the American public deserves more answers about decisions made during the COVID-19 pandemic. What questions do you believe still need to be answered about the government’s handling of COVID-19? Flipsred.com #ChicagoFlipsRed