Pritzker opens up about weight loss aided by GLP-1 drug

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Gov. JB Pritzker (D-IL) spoke for the first time on his weight-loss journey, revealing he has consistently used a GLP-1 drug to help him lose 80 pounds.

The public admission comes as the Illinois Democrat weighs a potential 2028 presidential campaign. In the meantime, he is seeking a third term as governor.

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