Peoria Standard

Darin LaHood, a U.S. Congressman representing Illinois' 16th district since 2015, shared his views on various topics through a series of tweets on January 28, 2025. His statements covered issues ranging from national security to local community recognition and immigration policies.

In a tweet posted at 13:22 UTC, LaHood commented on the situation involving the Houthi group. He stated, "As we have seen over the last four years, weakness invites aggression. Aggression by the Houthi's is unacceptable." He supported President Trump's decision to redesignate the Houthis as terrorists, describing it as a step towards reestablishing deterrence.

Later in the day at 15:35 UTC, LaHood tweeted about his participation in Pekin’s bicentennial celebrations. He expressed his honor in presenting copies of the Congressional Record to local leaders during the State of the City address. "It was an honor to present Mayor Burress, Chamber CEO Amy McCoy, and Tiffany White of the Bicentennial Commission with copies of the Congressional Record I submitted to honor Pekin’s bicentennial," he stated.

At 17:06 UTC, LaHood addressed immigration policies in Illinois and Chicago. Criticizing Governor Pritzker and Democratic leadership for their handling of illegal immigration, he noted that "For four years, Governor Pritzker and Democratic leadership of Illinois and Chicago have neglected the laws and allowed illegal immigrants to roam freely in our cities." He mentioned Border Czar Tom Homan and ICE agents taking charge as a positive development.