Billionaire Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and his wife, M.K. Pritzker, reportedly pocketed about $1.43 million in gambling winnings during trips to Las Vegas last year, according to newly released financial disclosures.
The couple, known for their substantial wealth and philanthropy, earned the seven-figure sum at several Las Vegas casinos, filings show. The windfall represents a small addition to their expansive fortune, with Pritzker’s net worth estimated at over $3 billion.
While the governor did not comment publicly on the gambling gains, his office confirmed that the winnings were accurately reported in accordance with state disclosure requirements. The report comes amid increasing public interest in the financial activities of elected officials, as Illinois faces ongoing budget challenges and economic recovery efforts.
Pritzker, now in his second term leading Illinois, has often spoken about responsible financial stewardship and ethics in government. The gambling winnings underscore the unique intersection of personal recreation and transparency obligations for public figures with substantial private wealth.
