JB Pritzker is drawing attention for backing Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton in Illinois’ Democratic U.S. Senate primary, a move that sparked criticism from the Congressional Black Caucus, which supports Rep. Robin Kelly, and has highlighted tensions inside the party. The Senate contest remains competitive, with Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi leading in most polls and Pritzker providing significant support to Stratton. Separately, Pritzker has pushed Democrats to confront President Donald Trump over immigration actions and has shifted toward restricting AI data center development amid voter concerns about jobs and electricity costs. He also became the target of backlash after the GOP posted an attack that was criticized as fat-shaming.