Peoria Standard

Darin LaHood, a U.S. Congressman representing Illinois' 16th district, has taken to social media to express his concerns regarding the governance of Chicago under Mayor Johnson. His tweets, posted on March 5 and 6, 2025, critique the city's sanctuary city policies and leadership.

On March 5, LaHood criticized Chicago as a "posterchild for failed sanctuary city laws," accusing Governor Pritzker and Mayor Johnson of refusing to enforce federal law. He stated that this refusal allows illegal immigrants to "flood our communities." According to LaHood, "Today, @GOPoversight is holding Mayor Johnson accountable for failing to uphold the rule of law and..."

Later that day, LaHood continued his criticism by pointing out Mayor Johnson's low approval rating of 6.6%. He emphasized that the issues facing Chicago are worsening due to these policies. LaHood mentioned that "law enforcement morale is low and crime rates are sky high," describing the situation as unacceptable.

On March 6, LaHood commented on what he perceives as Mayor Johnson's poor governance. He claimed that the mayor has not only lowered standards but buried them with his policies. LaHood labeled him as the "Least Popular Politician in American History," citing his approval rating as evidence.