Chicago Mayor Johnson's CFO, Ashlee Gabrysch, resigns, aldermen call for finance investigation

Brandon Johnson Chicago Mayor Johnson's CFO, Ashlee Gabrysch, resigns, aldermen call for finance investigation Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's CFO, Ashlee Gabrysch, resigned, and some aldermen are calling for a finance investigation. WLS By ABC7 Chicago Digital Team Friday, November 13, 2026 6:27PM Share Follow ABC7 on Google CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's chief financial officer has resigned. Ashlee Gabrysch took the job just three months ago. ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch Microsoft outage live updates: What to know as Outlook, 365 and other apps are being restored 2 hours ago Damien Murphy says 'I'd do it a million times' during sentencing for deadly Fresno, California shooting of William Carney 3 hours ago Suburban homeowners accuse contractor of taking deposits, leaving jobs unfinished The mayor's office, issued a statement saying, "We have accepted Ashlee Gabrysh's resignation, effective immediately. The City of Chicago is facing a serious budget crisis following decades of mismanagement. It is concerning that, during her short tenure, Ashlee was largely absent during critical periods of the City's budget preparation process. Additionally, her decision to direct the City Treasurer to issue a $75 million payment without proper legal authority or following the required processes raises serious concerns. Our administration made multiple attempts to meet with her to discuss this action and seek an explanation, including shortly before her public resignation. Those attempts went unresolved. Given the seriousness of these concerns, we will refer the matter to the City's Office of Inspector General for independent review. We welcome a full review of the conduct at issue. Our administration takes its responsibility to protect taxpayer dollars, uphold the law, and ensure the responsible management of City finances seriously. We expect every City official to meet that standard." Earlier this week, a majority of alders sent a letter to the mayor saying they wouldn't vote for his budget as it stands. Following Friday's news, there are several aldermen calling for an investigation into how finances are being handled by the mayor's office. This is a developing story; check back with ABC7 Chicago for updates. Report a correction or typo Copyright © 2026 WLS-TV. All Rights Reserved. Related Topics POLITICS CHICAGO LOOP BRANDON JOHNSON PERSONAL FINANCE Council votes to use money from parking meter sale toward pension debt Johnson dismisses concerns as rivals scrutinize mayoral petitions Mayor Johnson defends proposed $17B budget at West Side town hall Alderpersons challenge Johnson's plan for $75M pension allocation Watch Live ON NOW Microsoft outage live updates: What to know as service is restored 2 hours ago Central California killer says 'I'd do it a million times' during sentencing 3 hours ago Suburban homeowners accuse contractor of leaving jobs unfinished What happened after Robin Murphy, 17, vanished in 1995 1 hour ago Diane Pathieu's Weekender Report 28 minutes ago