Bennett Lawson
Bennett Lawson | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Chicago City Council from the 44th ward | |
| Assumed office May 15, 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Tom Tunney |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 2, 1978 |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Education | Loyola University Chicago (BA) |
Bennett Lawson (born 1978)[1] is an American politician from Chicago. He is the alderperson for Chicago City Council's 44th ward, and took office on May 15, 2023. He won the 2023 election for the seat uncontested, replacing retiring alderman Tom Tunney.[2] He previously served as Tunney's chief of staff.[3]
References
- ^ Armentrout, Mitchell (May 15, 2023). "Find Your Alderperson". Chicago Sun-Times. Retrieved May 15, 2023.
- ^ Wittich, Jake (2023-03-01). "Bennett Lawson Elected 44th Ward Alderman After Running Unopposed To Succeed His Boss, Tom Tunney". Block Club Chicago. Retrieved 2023-03-04.
- ^ Wittich, Jake (2022-08-30). "Ald. Tom Tunney Endorses Chief Of Staff Bennett Lawson To Replace Him As 44th Ward Alderman". Block Club Chicago. Retrieved 2023-03-04.