J.B. Pritzker – Governor of Illinois, 2028 Presidential Election 2028 Candidate

J.B. Pritzker

DEMOCRATGOVERNORIllinois
1%
Votes

Governor of Illinois

Governors

Born in Atherton, California to the billionaire Pritzker family behind the Hyatt hotel empire. Duke graduate and Northwestern-trained lawyer who built a career in venture capital and business. Married to M.K. Muenster; two children.

Policy Focus

Progressive Policy

Abortion RightsGun ReformEducation

Policy Positions

Abortion RightsSigned Illinois into law as a reproductive rights sanctuary state
Gun ReformBanned assault weapons and high-capacity magazines
EducationFree pre-K expansion, increased education funding statewide

Career Timeline

2008Founded 1871 tech incubator in Chicago
2019Inaugurated as Governor of Illinois
2022Re-elected governor with 55% of the vote
2023Signed assault weapons ban into law
2024Self-funded progressive agenda drew national spotlight
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