Peoria Standard

Darin LaHood, a U.S. Congressman representing Illinois’ 16th district since 2015, has been vocal about various issues affecting his constituents through social media posts. Born in Peoria, Illinois, LaHood is actively involved in legislative matters and community concerns.

On June 9, 2025, LaHood shared his observations on the housing crisis while traveling through his district. He stated, "As I’ve traveled #IL16, I’ve witnessed firsthand how the housing crisis impacts our communities." Highlighting his efforts to address this issue, he mentioned leading initiatives to expand the Affordable Housing Tax Credit to benefit families and bolster economic opportunities across Illinois.

Later that day, LaHood addressed a concerning rise in antisemitism and recent violence. He tweeted, "I was proud to stand with my colleagues to condemn the rise of antisemitism and denounce the horrific terror attack in Boulder." He emphasized that such extremism is unacceptable and advocated for religious freedom without fear for all Americans.

On June 10, 2025, LaHood promoted a legislative initiative aimed at supporting America's working class. In his tweet, he described "The One Big Beautiful Bill delivers for America’s working class by: Delivering the largest tax cut in history Increasing take-home pay and real wages Ending taxes on tips and overtime". He underscored the urgency of passing this bill to stimulate the U.S. economy.

Darin LaHood's educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts from Loras College and a Juris Doctor degree from John Marshall Law School in Chicago. At age 54, he continues to reside in Peoria where he remains engaged with local and national issues.