Governor JB Pritzker Wins $1.4 Million Gambling in Las Vegas
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has disclosed an extraordinary $1.4 million gambling win from a recent Las Vegas trip, publicly addressing the windfall during a press conference. The governor described the experience as an “incredibly lucky” occurrence and acknowledged the reality that most gamblers lose their winnings by continuing to play for too long. The trip and subsequent winnings were officially disclosed in his latest tax filings.
How the Winnings Happened
Pritzker secured the $1.4 million during a single Las Vegas visit, marking an exceptional gambling outcome. While specific game details weren’t disclosed, the governor candidly discussed the rare nature of such wins. He emphasized that his experience contradicts typical gambling patterns, where players often surrender their gains by extending play sessions beyond optimal stopping points.
Charitable Plans for the Winnings
Rather than keeping the windfall, Governor Pritzker announced his intention to donate all gambling proceeds to charity. The governor has long maintained an interest in card games and founded a poker charity tournament that benefits the Illinois Holocaust Museum. According to tax documents, Pritzker and his wife reported $10.6 million in total income last year, which included $4.2 million in capital gains alongside the gambling winnings.
