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Gov. JB Pritzker Diagnosed With Hairline Fracture To Thigh Bone

The governor said it happened "some time ago" but he doesn't know how.

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Gov. JB Pritzker said pain in his left leg got worse in recent weeks while attending state fairs and other events that required prolonged standing.
Gov. JB Pritzker said pain in his left leg got worse in recent weeks while attending state fairs and other events that required prolonged standing. (Office of Gov. Pritzker)

CHICAGO — Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker has sustained a hairline fracture to his left femur, his office confirmed Thursday.

The governor is now under a doctor’s orders to rest and recover for the next four to six weeks.

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