Darin LaHood, U.S. Congressman representing Illinois’ 16th district, recently shared updates on his activities and policy priorities through a series of posts on social media.
On October 9, 2025, LaHood wrote about a visit to Peoria County: "I appreciate Cheryl Walsh and her brother Alan Cowser inviting me to their farm in Peoria County to discuss the need to pass a strong farm bill and other policy priorities to support Illinois’ ag community. I enjoyed hopping up in the combine to get a first hand look at all the https://t.co/4mQXhViPAG".
Addressing international trade concerns on October 10, 2025, LaHood commented on China’s export policies: "China’s decision to tighten rare earth export restrictions is a blatant attempt to undermine America’s economic and national security. We must remain focused on building resilient supply chains to end our reliance on China for these critical minerals and secure our position as https://t.co/aIoiaMVHzR".
Later that same day, he highlighted his engagement with local farmers in Marshall County: "#IL16 is one of the largest ag districts in the nation and home to some of the world’s richest farmland. It was great to be in Marshall County with Bobby Meils and his sons, Hunter and Connor, to check on how their harvest is coming along and discuss how Congress is working to https://t.co/bJ0H0vPKjp".
LaHood has represented Illinois’ 16th district since 2015 after succeeding Aaron Schock. In the most recent general election held in 2022, he secured victory over Elizabeth Haderlein with 66.3% of the vote.
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