Bruce Rauner

Bruce Rauner is an American businessman and politician who served as the Governor of Illinois from 2015 to 2019. He made his fortune in private equity and investment firms before entering politics. As governor, Rauner focused on fiscal conservatism, seeking to reduce government spending, cut taxes, and reform state institutions. His tenure faced challenges balancing budgets and addressing public sector pensions, often leading to political disagreements. Rauner's background in business shaped his approach to state governance, emphasizing efficiency and economic growth, though his efforts met mixed results amid Illinois’s ongoing fiscal struggles.