Exclusive Interview with Fired Johnson Aide, Loyola Student Murder Fuels Sanctuary Policy Debate and Conflicting Signals on Iran Peace Talks

Fallout continues at City Hall after Mayor Brandon Johnson fires two top aides—Garien Gatewood and Manny Whitfield. Now, Whitfield is speaking exclusively on The Chicago Report, taking us inside what he describes as a “hostile work environment.” The deadly shooting of Loyola University student Sheridan Gorman, allegedly at the hands of an undocumented immigrant, is intensifying the already heated debate over Chicago’s sanctuary policies. Ald. Brian Hopkins and Ald. Ray Lopez share their thoughts. And President Trump signals progress in talks with Tehran, but Iran denies any conversation. We break down the conflicting messages with Iranian native Matteo Farzaneh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices