Gov. Pritzker’s Statement on President Trump’s Address to a Joint Session of Congress

[March 05, 2025]   CHICAGO- Tonight, Governor JB Pritzker released the following statement after President Donald Trump’s Address to a Joint Session of Congress: ​ ​

 

“Once again, Donald Trump showed us he cares more about giving tax cuts to the biggest corporations and wealthiest people more than he cares about making life more affordable for America’s working families. To line the pockets of billionaires, Republicans plan to make working people in Illinois pay the price by gutting healthcare, childcare, and retirement programs. Going after our most vulnerable children, seniors, and neighbors is just plain cruel.

“Trump and Congressional Republicans are out-of-touch with the realities facing working families. People of all backgrounds – and political parties – rely on affordable healthcare through Medicaid or putting food on their family’s table through nutrition programs. As the Republican budget cuts and tariffs move forward, Illinoisans and all Americans have to pay more at the grocery store and the gas pump. ​ ​

“Trump, Elon Musk, and Congressional Republicans don’t give a damn about working people. Here in Illinois, I will continue fighting for what working families need most right now: affordability.” ​

 

Back to top