Brendan Reilly (politician)

Brendan Reilly (born December 26, 1971) is an American politician who has served as alderman of Chicago's 42nd ward since 2007, when he unseated septuagenarian incumbent Burton Natarus. He served as Vice Mayor of Chicago, being elected to that position by the Chicago City Council, from 2015 to 2019. From May 2019 to May 2023, he served as President pro tempore of the Council, which means that he presided over council proceedings in the mayor's absence.

Brendan Reilly
Reilly in 2011
President pro tempore of the Chicago City Council
In office
May 20, 2019  May 15, 2023
Preceded byMargaret Laurino
Succeeded bySamantha Nugent
7th Vice Mayor of Chicago
In office
May 20, 2015  May 20, 2019
MayorRahm Emanuel
Preceded byRay Suarez
Succeeded byTom Tunney
Member of the Chicago City Council
from the 42nd ward
Assumed office
May 2007
Preceded byBurton Natarus
Personal details
Born (1971-12-26) December 26, 1971
Political partyDemocratic
SpouseKristin Reilly
EducationHobart College (BA)
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