Chicago Mayor Fired Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson

Chicago Mayor Fired Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson

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Mr. Johnson, former head of the Chicago Police Department, engaged in actions deemed intolerable for a leader. The mayor's decision to remove him was based on his conduct in mid-October, where he was found asleep in his car after drinking. Johnson lied to the mayor and the public about the incident. He had planned to retire at the year's end, and Charlie Beck will serve as interim leader while a new superintendent is sought.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the mayor's decision regarding Mr. Johnson?

His actions in mid-October

His retirement announcement

His leadership style

His public statements

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Mr. Johnson claim was the reason for pulling over his car?

He was out of fuel

He received a phone call

He was lost

He was feeling lightheaded

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Mayor Lightfoot describe Mr. Johnson's public statements?

Supportive of his actions

Confusing and unclear

Replete with false statements

Honest and transparent

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was appointed as the interim leader of the Chicago Police Department?

Charlie Beck

Eddie Johnson

Lori Lightfoot

Rahm Emanuel

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Mr. Johnson's plan before the incident occurred?

To run for mayor

To transfer to another department

To take a leave of absence

To retire at the end of the year