He became the Democratic nominee for governor of Illinois in the 2018 gubernatorial election after winning a crowded primary election. He defeated Republican incumbent Bruce Rauner in the general election on November 6, 2018, and took office on January 14, 2019. [1] . Pritzker was reelected in 2022. [6]

Governor Pritzker is working to reform our criminal justice system, end the epidemic of gun violence, prioritize mental health and defend and expand the individual and civil rights of every Illinoisan.

Jan 15, 2025 · J.B. Pritzker (born January 19, 1965, Atherton, California, U.S.) is an American Democratic politician and businessman who is governor of Illinois (2019– ). He is a member of the prominent Pritzker family, who owns the Hyatt hotel chain and is one of the wealthiest families in the United States.

5 days ago · Gov. JB Pritzker is blocking those who took part in the Jan. 6 riots from jobs in Illinois state government.

Jan 28, 2025 · As a freeze on federal grants ordered by President Donald Trump's administration was paused by a judge, Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker blasted the executive order as "illegal." Pritzker addressed ...

5 days ago · In a letter addressed to director Raven DeVaughn, Pritzker says those who participated in attacks violated the State's Personnel Code.

Governor JB Pritzker is Illinois’ 43rd Governor, elected in 2018 and reelected in 2022 with the highest vote share for any Democratic governor in more than 60 years. Since taking office, he has accomplished one of the most ambitious policy agendas in the nation.

He became the Democratic nominee for governor in the 2018 election after winning the primary election. He defeated Republican incumbent Bruce Rauner in the election on and took office on January 14, 2019. [1] . Pritzker was reelected in 2022. [5] Pritzker was born and raised in Atherton, California. He is a member of the Pritzker family.

Nov 7, 2024 · Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker (D) held a press conference Thursday to discuss the aftermath of the election, issuing a warning that if anyone tries to “come for my people,” they will have to ...

Since 2019, Governor JB Pritzker and the General Assembly have focused on protecting and enhancing the lives of Illinoisans in every corner of the state. See how the administration has helped communities across Illinois.