Political Quotes

On the recordOctober 9, 2025
There is no rebellion in Chicago. There are just good people standing up for what is right.
Said by
Brandon Johnson
Democratic · Illinois

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Johnson commented on the judge's ruling regarding the National Guard deployment.

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