Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker told Jimmy Kimmel he was surprised by the reaction to his speech in New Hampshire in which he called for mass protests against President Trump. He said now is the time to speak up ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

A more aggressive Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker has emerged on the political stump in recent days — both in terms of what he is saying and where he is saying it. The new tone he has struck has led some to believe a presidential run is indeed in the offing.

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker (D) on Sunday called for mass protests against the Trump administration and blasted “do-nothing Democrats” who have failed to mount a stronger opposition to the Republicans in control of the federal government.