New Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson spoke about fallen Police Officer Areanah Preston during his inauguration speech.
"I am truly humbled and honored to stand before you as the 57th mayor of the greatest city in the world," Johnson said.
"He brags about a better Chicago, we're going to hold him to a better Chicago, and I just want to be present when this happens so therefore I can hold folks accountable," attendee Pauline Sylvain-Lewis said. He then made his way to the arena for the swearing in. Johnson then moved onto a City Hall "open house" at 2 p.m. where he is greeting Chicago residents.
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