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SEIU Locals 1 and 73 Endorse Giannoulias, Shattering Johnson's Progressive Coalition
Two major SEIU locals, representing 50,000 Chicago workers, have endorsed Alexi Giannoulias for mayor, signaling a significant break with Mayor Brandon Johnson and fracturing his progressive labor coalition. This move follows escalating disputes over union jurisdiction, budget disagreements, and perceived neutrality.
Sophie Nguyen·October 21, 2026
