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Justice Department Opens Inquiry into Chicago Hiring Practices Following Mayor’s Comments

  • The U.S. Department of Justice has opened an investigation into Brandon Johnson over possible race-based discrimination in hiring practices.
  • Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon indicated there is 'reasonable cause' to believe Johnson made hires based on race, potentially violating the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
  • The inquiry was prompted by Johnson's comments at a church where he mentioned the number of Black officials in his administration.
  • The Justice Department stated that no conclusions have been drawn and that the investigation will be thorough and impartial.
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WFLD broke the news in Chicago, United States on Monday, May 19, 2025.
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