On NBC's "Meet the Press," Kristen Welker asked Pritzker if he would rule out a run for president in 2028. "I'm focused on running for reelection as governor of the State of Illinois," Pritzker said. "Everything that I do really is focused on lifting up the people of my state."

"Despite President Trump winning 44% of the statewide vote in 2024, Republicans hold only three of Illinois' 17 districts," said moderator Kristen Welker.

For months, speculation has swirled about whether Gov. JB Pritzker will launch a presidential bid in 2028. On Sunday’s Meet the Press, NBC’s Kristen Welker pressed him on the question.