The Department of Justice (DOJ) is investigating the City of Chicago over potential racial discrimination in its hiring practices. The investigation was initiated following remarks made by Mayor Brandon Johnson concerning the role of Black officials in his administration. Federal authorities are looking into whether the city's hiring processes violated federal laws prohibiting discrimination based on race.
The DOJ's investigation will examine hiring records, policies, and procedures to determine if any discriminatory practices occurred. Investigators will also likely interview city officials and employees as part of their inquiry. The focus is on ensuring that all hiring decisions were made fairly and without regard to race.
Mayor Johnson's office has stated that they are cooperating fully with the DOJ investigation. They maintain that the city is committed to equal opportunity employment and denies any allegations of discriminatory hiring practices. The investigation is ongoing, and further details will be released as they become available.
DOJ Investigates Chicago Hiring Practices for Potential Bias
The Department of Justice has launched an investigation into the City of Chicago's hiring practices. The probe focuses on whether the city discriminated based on race during its hiring processes. This investigation comes after public statements made by Mayor Brandon Johnson regarding Black officials within his administration. The DOJ aims to determine if these practices violate federal anti-discrimination laws.