Peoria Standard

Darin LaHood, a Congressman from Illinois's 16th District, who has held office since 2015 following Aaron Schock, shared several opinions on critical political and economic matters in early April 2025. Representing a district in Illinois, LaHood holds a legal background with degrees from Loras College and John Marshall Law School and resides in Peoria, Illinois, his place of birth.

On April 9, 2025, LaHood criticized the Biden Administration, stating that their lack of assertive digital trade policies has enabled foreign entities like the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to exploit markets and manipulate global standards. He sees an opportunity for the U.S. to restore leadership in digital trade and counter discriminatory practices. "The Biden Administration’s failure to stand up for strong digital trade policies allowed the CCP and others to exploit markets and manipulate global standards."

Continuing his commentary on April 10, 2025, LaHood emphasized America's need for maintaining global leadership in innovation. He expressed concern about the CCP's attempts to replace the U.S. and underscored the urgency for creating tools to curb investments in Chinese technology sectors. He stresses the importance of ensuring that American capital does not embolden the CCP. "America’s global innovation leadership matters. The CCP is actively working to replace the United States and the sooner we wake up to that, the better."

Later the same day, LaHood expressed support for the SAVE Act as a means to restore confidence in federal elections. He critiqued sanctuary city policies, specifically referencing Chicago under Mayor Johnson. LaHood affirmed the necessity of ensuring that only American citizens participate in U.S. elections. "I was proud to support the SAVE Act to help restore faith in federal elections."

Darin LaHood, who is committed to addressing various national issues, continues to participate actively in legislative processes affecting his district and the broader United States.