Peoria Standard

Darin LaHood, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Illinois' 16th district since 2015, recently shared his views and initiatives through a series of tweets. LaHood, who succeeded Aaron Schock in Congress, has been active in supporting law enforcement and discussing national security issues.

On February 5, 2025, Darin LaHood expressed his commitment to law enforcement by stating: "Our police officers risk their lives to keep us safe. I was proud to help secure federal funding for the Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Department. These funds will update their communication system to improve officer and community safety." He emphasized his ongoing support for law enforcement agencies.

Later that day, he voiced confidence in Pam Bondi's new role as U.S. Attorney General with the tweet: "I am confident @PamBondi will work tirelessly to prosecute criminals, uphold the rule of law, and restore confidence in the DOJ." LaHood expressed anticipation about collaborating with her to enhance public safety.

In another tweet on February 5, LaHood praised former President Trump's role in achieving a ceasefire in Gaza and Lebanon: "President Trump is a dealmaker and the ceasefire in Gaza and Lebanon would not have happened without his leadership." He highlighted the administration's efforts to bring stability to the Middle East through negotiations while emphasizing that groups like Hamas and Hezbollah should not be involved.