Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is urging Democrats to broaden their 2026 midterm message beyond affordability and artificial intelligence, arguing that government corruption should also be a central campaign issue. Pritzker made the comments Sunday during an appearance on ABC’s “This Week” with Jonathan Karl. He said Democrats should focus on lowering household costs, raising wages, strengthening unions and putting more money in people’s pockets. He also accused President Donald Trump of using the presidency to benefit his personal business interests. “He’s essentially stealing from the American public and certainly making money, making decisions that shouldn’t be made, so that he can put money in his pockets,” Pritzker said. The White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Pritzker said Democrats should use the issue to demand accountability in the 2026 elections. His remarks came as Trump and Republicans face continued scrutiny over conflicts involving the president, his family and government power. The governor also warned that advances in artificial intelligence could outpace the ability of individual states to regulate the technology. He highlighted what he called “recursive AI,” describing systems that learn from their own output and potentially operate with less direct human involvement. “We’re talking about recursive AI,” Pritzker said. “That is the biggest concern.” Pritzker said Illinois has taken steps to regulate AI but argued that national and international rules will be needed as the technology develops. He criticized Republicans for opposing additional regulation, saying they want the technology to “run out of control.” Earlier in the week, he had called on Congress to return to Washington to address AI policy. The interview also put Pritzker’s own political future in the national spotlight. He is seeking a third term as Illinois governor in November against Republican Darren Bailey. When asked whether he might run for president, Pritzker said his immediate priority is winning reelection and praised what he described as a strong Democratic bench. He did not say whether he would enter a presidential race if former Vice President Kamala Harris became a candidate, saying that would not determine his decision. Trump is scheduled to visit the Chicago area this week for the Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club, where he is expected to serve as honorary chair of the golf tournament. Pritzker’s criticism comes as the two political figures prepare for another high-profile clash over the direction of Illinois and the federal government.