Chicago’s Money Troubles: Why a Republican Mayor Could Save the City
By: Alex Schneider
Chicago is in deep financial trouble. By 2028, the city could be broke, weighed down by a massive $29 billion in old debts coming due. These debts, some from the 1990s, are hitting at a time when the city is already strapped for cash. Years of poor decisions by Democrat leaders have piled up debt and ignored tough choices. Mayor Brandon Johnson focuses on social issues like transgender rights and illegal aliens rather than fixing the budget. It is time for a new kind of mayor—one who can tackle corruption, cut wasteful spending, and prioritize hardworking Chicagoans.
A Growing Problem
Chicago’s debt is like a ticking bomb. Old bonds from the 1990s are about to come due, and the city owes billions with no clear plan to pay them back. Borrowing more money might seem like a quick fix, but it will just add more costs, especially since the city’s credit is already shaky. Mayor Johnson’s recent $830 million bond deal, which delays payments much like past deals, keeps the problem growing—pushing blame onto future administrations. Add to that a $1.1 billion budget shortfall expected by 2026/27, plus huge pension costs and spending on things like hotel rooms for illegal aliens—it is clear the city is in a mess. Constituents are losing out as basic needs are defunded, such as the Chicago Police Department and road services.
A Pattern of Bad Choices
This is not just about mistakes—it is about a system that has been broken for decades. Johnson’s leadership has faced accusations of giving jobs to unqualified friends, like appointing former Alderman Helen Shiller to significant roles. Public unions, which helped him get elected in 2023, are pushing for expensive pension increases that worsen the deficit. Meanwhile, the city cuts corners on public safety and infrastructure, and property taxes keep rising, driving people and businesses away. Some are even calling Johnson the “worst mayor in America” for focusing on the migrant crisis—costing nearly $1 billion—while local families struggle.
What Chicagoans Are Facing
Every day, Chicagoans deal with rising crime, struggling schools, and a city that feels like it is falling apart. Locals are leaving for states with better opportunities, like Florida, Texas, and Ohio. People are frustrated, feeling like their needs come last. If things do not change, the city could hit rock bottom by 2028, with higher taxes and fewer services, hitting families the hardest.
A New Way Forward
A Republican mayor could shake things up. Free from ties to unions and old political machines, they could focus on real fixes: restructuring the city’s debt, offering tax breaks to bring businesses back, and cleaning up corruption with a transparent and honest government. This would be a fresh start, encouraging private investment. A new mayor could push for school choice, better charter schools, and stronger public safety without being held down by politics. By focusing on growth instead of handouts, they would prioritize Chicagoans and stop the city’s decline.
The 2027 Election: A Chance for Change
The 2027 election is make-or-break for Chicago. If Johnson or another Democrat stays in charge, the city could face bankruptcy by 2028, with skyrocketing taxes and crumbling services. But a new mayor with bold ideas could turn things around—balancing the budget, cleaning up City Hall, and giving Chicagoans hope. This is not about picking a party; it is about saving the city. Chicago deserves a leader who will bring back prosperity, not let it slip away.
A Call to Action
I am personally calling on President Trump, former Governor Rod Blagojevich, Federal Representatives Mary Miller, Mike Bost, Darin LaHood, and Assistant Minority Leader John M. Cabello (R) of the 90th District, Illinois House of Representatives, to help save Chicago from radical policies driving our city toward ruin. We need bold leadership to tackle corruption, cut wasteful spending, and prioritize Chicagoans—restoring the safety and prosperity our city deserves.
Let us work together to Make Chicago Great Again!
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