JB Pritzker gets candid on Trump, weight, wealth and 2028 [b9j9dLWymAC]
Gov. JB Pritzker (D-Ill.) sits down with POLITICO’s Jonathan Martin at Chicago’s iconic Manny’s Deli for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of the Democratic Party -- and his own. Pritzker reflects candidly on Democrats’ 2024 loss, sharpens his attacks on Donald Trump and weighs in on what it will take for the party to rebuild. He also responds to rumors of a potential 2028 presidential run, his growing influence in Democratic politics and how he balances progressive priorities with economic pragmatism. Plus: a look at Chicago’s political culture, Pritzker’s rise from donor to power broker, and why Manny’s remains a must-stop on the campaign trail. Watch the full interview for Pritzker’s take on 2028, Trump, and the road ahead for Democrats. Chapters: 00:00 — Intro 00:40 — David Axelrod at Manny’s: Chicago politics, 2024 fallout & Pritzker’s rise 04:05 — Gov. Pritzker Intro: campaign rituals & Chicago roots 06:47 — Pritzker's influence in Illinois politics 10:01 — Why he’s running again: third term, record & 2024 lessons 25:49 — 2028 buzz: goldilocks candidate or party divide? 29:23 — Trump clash: COVID, confrontation & “dementia” 48:11 — Zionism, Israel & rising antisemitism in U.S. Politics 52:04 — Rahm Emanuel & 2028 field 54:50 — Moving on from 2024: what democrats must learn to win ----------------------------------------- Subscribe to our channel! Check out our video catalog: Follow POLITICO here: ➤ X: ➤ Instagram: ➤ Facebook: