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U.S. Rep. LaHood: Pope Francis 'was committed to living a life of faith, compassion, and service to others'

Darin LaHood, the representative for Illinois' 16th District, expressed his sorrow over the death of Pope Francis, joining many worldwide in honoring the pontiff's legacy.

By Peoria Standard | Apr 25, 2025

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Tazewell County Republicans chairman: Illinois Supreme Court is 'eroding public trust in judicial neutrality'

Jim Rule, chairman of the Tazewell County Republicans, expressed his dissatisfaction with the Illinois Supreme Court's decision not to hear a gerrymandering case.

By Peoria Standard | Apr 23, 2025

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U.S. Rep. LaHood: 'Caterpillar has played a critical role in building our nation’s infrastructure'

By Peoria Standard | Apr 22, 2025

Darin LaHood, the representative for Illinois' 16th Congressional District, expressed pride in representing the legacy of Caterpillar in Peoria.

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Tazewell County Republicans chairman: Pushback on Homeschool Act 'should become the catalyst for a broader political movement'

By Peoria Standard | Apr 22, 2025

Jim Rule, chairman of the Tazewell County Republicans, said that the stalled Homeschool Act has ignited a grassroots movement encouraging liberty-minded Illinoisans to stay engaged in protecting their rights.

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U.S. Rep. LaHood: 'The Peoria Mail Processing and Distribution Center provides essential services'

By Peoria Standard | Apr 18, 2025

Darin LaHood, representative for Illinois' 16th Congressional District, announced on Facebook his support for the United States Postal Service's (USPS) decision to invest millions of dollars in maintaining and upgrading the Peoria Mail Processing...

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Steve Cortes on Rep. Sorensen opposing SAVE Act: ‘Only radicals pretend there is something wrong with requiring ID’

By Peoria Standard | Apr 17, 2025

Steve Cortes, founder of the League of American Workers, said Rep. Eric Sorensen’s opposition to the SAVE Act goes against 80% of Americans who “demand sensible Voter ID requirements.”

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U.S. Rep. LaHood: H.R. 2725 will help address the 'lack of affordable housing' across Illinois

By Peoria Standard | Apr 15, 2025

Darin LaHood, representative for Illinois' 16th Congressional District, announced the reintroduction of the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act to address the shortage of affordable housing in Illinois.

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Tazewell County Republicans chairman: 'Illinois needs to take election security seriously'

By Peoria Standard | Apr 9, 2025

Jim Rule, chairman of the Tazewell County Republicans, said Illinois is undermining election integrity by defying President Trump's executive order and failing to require proof of U.S. citizenship, leaving its elections exposed to fraud.

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U.S. Rep. LaHood welcomes fallen WWII hero home: 'It's wonderful' to give Pfc. Bryant a proper homecoming

By Peoria Standard | Apr 8, 2025

Darin LaHood, the representative for Illinois' 16th Congressional District, expressed gratitude for the community's role in honoring a fallen World War II service member with a proper homecoming after 81 years.

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Peoria County Consolidated Election Day is coming up on April 1

By Peoria Standard | Mar 28, 2025

Municipal officials in Peoria County — including mayors, village board members, and school board members — are on the ballot on April 1, the first Tuesday in April.

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Stark county Consolidated Election Day is coming up on April 1

By Peoria Standard | Mar 27, 2025

Municipal officials in Stark county — including mayors, village board members, and school board members — are on the ballot on April 1, the first Tuesday in April.

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Chairman of Tazewell County Republicans: 'This violation undermines the safety and mental wellbeing of girls'

By Peoria Standard | Mar 26, 2025

Jim Rule, chairman of the Tazewell County Republicans, said the recent incident at a Deerfield middle school is a "blatant violation of federal authority and women’s rights," adding that it jeopardizes safety and privacy by prioritizing what he referred to as "woke ideology."

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Tazewell County Republicans chairman: 'Conservatives must unite and fight back' against Democrat policies

By Peoria Standard | Mar 24, 2025

Jim Rule, chairman of the Tazewell County Republicans, expressed concerns regarding Democratic influence in Illinois elections.

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U.S. Rep. LaHood: Pandemic Unemployment Fraud Enforcement Act ensures that fraudsters ‘are held accountable’

By Peoria Standard | Mar 14, 2025

Darin LaHood, representative for Illinois' 16th Congressional District, expressed his approval of the House's passage of the Pandemic Unemployment Fraud Enforcement Act.

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Tazewell County Republicans chairman on sanctuary city policies: 'A disturbing disregard for public safety'

By Peoria Standard | Mar 14, 2025

Jim Rule, chairman of the Tazewell County Republicans, said that the March 5 hearing before the U.S. House Oversight Committee highlighted how Brandon Johnson and other Democratic mayors cannot justify dangerous sanctuary city policies.

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Jim Rule, Chairman of Tazewell County Republicans: 'Champion educational freedom rather than restrict it'

By Peoria Standard | Mar 13, 2025

Jim Rule, chairman of the Tazewell County Republicans, said that Illinois parents have united in a significant protest to defend their right to homeschool freely.

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State Rep. Weaver: ‘Waste, fraud, and abuse of taxpayer dollars on free healthcare benefits for illegal immigrants is rampant’

By Peoria Standard | Mar 11, 2025

Travis Weaver, the Illinois State House District 93 Representative, expressed concerns over the allocation of funds for free healthcare for immigrants.

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U.S. Rep. LaHood: Proposed healthcare education bill ‘ensures nurses and health professionals receive a high-quality education’

By Peoria Standard | Mar 11, 2025

Darin LaHood, a representative for Illinois' 16th Congressional District, announced the introduction of the Rebuild America Health Care Schools Act.

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Tazewell County Republicans chairman: 'Illinois must hold its leaders accountable'

By Peoria Standard | Mar 10, 2025

Jim Rule, chairman of the Tazewell County Republicans, has criticized Governor J.B. Pritzker's administration for its handling of Illinois' Health Benefits for Immigrant Adults program.

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Tazewell County Republicans chairman: President Trump's address showed an 'unwavering confidence in building a better America'

By Peoria Standard | Mar 7, 2025

Jim Rule, chairman of the Tazewell County Republicans, said that President Trump's address to Congress championed a vision for a stronger, self-reliant nation driven by economic growth, government accountability, and America-first policies.