Mayor Johnson ally raising money from Chicago business leaders for DNC events

A top ally of Mayor Brandon Johnson has been hitting up Chicago businesses to contribute to a dark money political organization that is hosting several events next week during the Democratic National Convention, including a luncheon and a showcase Soldier Field event. Charles Smith, Johnson’s liaison to the business community, has been making the pitch for contributions to GoChiLife as a way to show support for the mayor, according to sources familiar with his efforts. Materials initially promoted Johnson as an attendee for one of the events. At one point,...