Democratic Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, a Joe Biden supporter, had one micro hot moment on Wednesday, expressing frustration with the current state of the presidential race.
Pritzker, heard speaking at a crime-fighting event in Chicago, revealed: “I mean, we're going to keep fighting. I don't know what to say. You know, we've got to do what we've got to do.” He added bluntly, “I don't like where we are.”
A spokesman for the governor clarified that Pritzker's candid remarks revolved around the presidential race and the ongoing discourse surrounding the 81-year-old Biden's position as the presumptive Democratic nominee. Speculation has circulated that Pritzker, 59, could step in as Biden's replacement on the Democratic ticket if needed.
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Despite Biden's failure to debate former President Donald Trump last month, Pritzker has continuously lent his unwavering support to the incumbent, firmly stating, “Joe Biden is our candidate. I'm for Joe Biden. I've been campaigning for Joe Biden.”
Joining a group of Democratic governors in a recent face-to-face meeting with Joe Biden at the White House, Pritzker disclosed that Biden confided in them about their need for more rest and their plans to close the events at 8 p.m
Meanwhile, the Biden campaign has reportedly opted to cancel a fundraiser in Chicago scheduled for next month CNNadding to the speculation and uncertainty about Biden's future in the race.
When pressed by reporters, Pritzker commented, “I think everything is fluid right now,” downplaying the rumors and praising the president's successful online fundraising efforts.