JB Pritzker talks GLP-1 journey, asked about possible presidential run

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker discussed his personal journey of losing weight through the use of a GLP-1 medication in an interview with CBS Mornings. According to Pritzker, he has lost 80 pounds in the past two years, and the medication has significantly improved his overall health and well-being. Growing up, Pritzker faced a family history of heart disease, with his father dying of a heart attack at 39. He has always been conscious of his health, but the stress of his high-profile job as governor led to weight gain.

Pritzker attributes his weight loss primarily to the GLP-1 medication, which his doctor prescribed after diagnosing him with diabetes. His wife, MK Pritzker, supported his decision to take the drug, emphasizing the importance of family history in their decision. Each week, Pritzker injects himself with the medication, and he reported losing 2 pounds in the first week alone.

When asked if he considered the weight loss as a strategy to improve his image before a potential presidential run, Pritzker stated that his motivation for losing weight was driven by personal health concerns, not political ambitions. He remains focused on serving as governor of Illinois and intends to run for reelection. Pritzker also clarified that he has not decided on running for president in 2028, stating that his current priority is to serve the people of Illinois.