Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson sues automakers as car theft 'crisis' gets worse

The City of Chicago has filed a lawsuit against Kia and Hyundai, accusing them of failing to include standard anti-theft technology in their vehicles, leading to a surge in car thefts and crime in the city.

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Chicago mayor mocked for suing automakers for car thefts: 'Criminals run rampant' but it's a 'Kia problem'

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is facing criticism for filing a lawsuit against Kia and Hyundai, blaming them for a surge in car crimes due to the lack of appropriate anti-theft measures, with Democratic Alderman Raymond Lopez mocking the move and calling it a "play from a socialist playbook."