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Mayor Brandon Johnson faced ethics concerns over ties to Chicago Public Schools and teachers union, according to memo

The article from MSN discusses ethical concerns surrounding Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson due to his previous affiliations with the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) and his role at Chicago Public Schools (CPS). According to a memo from the Chicago Board of Ethics, Johnson, who was a CPS employee and a paid organizer for CTU, might have violated conflict of interest rules by participating in decisions that could benefit the union financially. The memo highlights that Johnson's involvement in a 2022 contract negotiation between CPS and CTU, where he was both a CPS employee and a CTU organizer, could represent a conflict of interest. Furthermore, his campaign received significant financial support from CTU, raising questions about potential quid pro quo arrangements. Despite these concerns, Johnson has not been formally charged with any ethics violations, but the situation underscores the complex interplay between public office, union affiliations, and personal financial interests.

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