Mayor Brandon Johnson pitches a $16.6 billion spending plan for 2024, prioritizing investments in affordable housing, mental health services and environmental justice.
He’s setting aside $150 million of that for migrant care, which is less than half of the 2023 costs.
More than a million people in the northern Gaza strip have been ordered to evacuate by Israel, while Gazans have been panicking as Israeli airstrikes and blockades continue.
And Chicago City Council has its own debate on the international issue.
Guests:
Laura Rodríguez Presa, Chicago Tribune | @LAURA_N_ROD
Heather Cherone, WTTW News | @HeatherCherone
Rick Pearson, Chicago Tribune | @RAP30
Cheryl Raye-Stout, WBEZ | @Crayestout
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