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Chicago Mayor's $30M Security Sparks Gun Control Debate

3/31/2026

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A National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) report estimates Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's armed security detail costs taxpayers about $30 million annually and uses up to 150 police officers.
Johnson advocates strict gun control while receiving armed protection.
The report cites Hillary Clinton and President Joe Biden as examples who supported restrictions while having armed security.
The episode highlights perceived disparities between officials' access to firearms and citizens' self-defense rights.

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A National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) report estimates Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's armed security detail costs taxpayers about $30 million annually and uses up to 150 police officers.
Johnson advocates strict gun control while receiving armed protection.
The report cites Hillary Clinton and President Joe Biden as examples who supported restrictions while having armed security.
The episode highlights perceived disparities between officials' access to firearms and citizens' self-defense rights.