Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is calling on a longtime Chicago alderman to resign after a federal indictment accused him of racketeering, bribery and attempted extortion. Edward M. Burke is a 50-year veteran of the City Council, making him one of the most powerful in its history. However Lightfoot, who was elected on a reform platform, says the indictment shows Burke used his position in government to enrich himself. Charges first announced in January accused Burke of trying to shake down a fast-food business seeking city remodeling permits. A message seeking comment at his office Thursday wasn’t returned.

Source: National Post May 30, 2019 23:47 UTC