Brandon Johnson

Brandon Johnson

politician United States

Brandon Johnson is the current Mayor of Chicago, having taken office in 2023. He has a background in education and community organizing and is known for his progressive policies. Recently, he has been in the news due to accusations from the Office of the Inspector General regarding the improper acceptance and documentation of valuable gifts, raising ethical concerns about transparency in his administration.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.03%
Persistence
4 wks
Reach
525,163
Power
33,318$
Sentiment
4.40
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 5 4.40 0.11% +40% 331,002,651 525,163 $21,000,000 33,318$
Totals 5 331,002,651 525,163 $21,000,000 33,318$
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Recent Mentions

United States United States: Chicago Democratic Mayor Brandon Johnson laid into the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and President Donald Trump's economic policies during his weekly press availability. 3

Fox News: Chicago mayor warns Trump's policies echo Nazi playbook against working people

United States United States: Brandon Johnson is the mayor of Chicago who is being investigated for his hiring practices. 4

Fox News: Chicago alderman slams mayor's hiring approach as DOJ launches investigation

United States United States: Brandon Johnson is the Mayor of Chicago who is being investigated for alleged race-based hiring practices. 5

Fox News: DOJ investigating City of Chicago over alleged race-based hiring

United States United States: Mr. Johnson said his administration was the most diverse in the city’s history. 7

The New York Times: Justice Dept. Says It’ll Investigate Chicago After Mayor’s Remarks About Black Hires

United States United States: Brandon Johnson released a statement celebrating the election of Pope Leo XIV. 8

Fox News: Pope Leo XIV home in Dolton, IL was for sale and then it got pulled from the market