Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is facing scrutiny after the district sent an email promoting “sidewalk solidarity walk-ins” organized by the Chicago Teachers Union—just one day after President Trump threatened to deploy federal troops to the city.
Ald. Ray Lopez of the 15th Ward said the effort prioritizes politics over academics.
“Once again the CTU chooses to use our students as pawns for political indoctrination, rather than focus on teaching them important curriculum and using this opportunity in history to discuss the civic lessons applicable,” Lopez told Chicago City Wire.
“CPS supports educators, families, and students using their First Amendment rights to make their voices heard on issues,” the official press release emailed to families reads. “Tomorrow, CPS will be providing impo