About Darin
Born and raised in Peoria, Illinois, Darin attended Spalding Institute/Academy of Our Lady High School before graduating from Loras College with a B.A. and earning his J.D. from John Marshall Law School. LaHood is a committed conservative and a leading advocate for effective trade policies and regulations that strengthen America’s economy.
Currently, LaHood resides in Dunlap with his wife, Kristen, and their three sons, McKay, Luke, and Teddy. LaHood and his family are parishioners at St. Vincent de Paul in Peoria.
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The Issues
Government Spending
For far too long the Federal Government has not been living within its means. Our national debt is $30 trillion and growing and we continue to have a government that spends, ...
Agriculture
Illinois’ 16th District is the 9th largest agriculture district in the country for corn and soybean production. The farming community is not only the heart of Central Illinois, but also ...
Standing Up For Life
I am is 100 percent pro-life. In Congress, I will continues to be a strong voice for the voiceless, combating the radical Left’s support for abortion radicals and abortion providers ...
Jun. 24, 2022
With today’s Supreme Court decision, Life wins! I am proud to stand with the growing Pro-Life movement, and I will always defend the Sanctity of Life in Congress.
Jun. 22, 2022
Incredible enthusiasm at our largest Peoria-Tazewell Lincoln Day Dinner thanks to local GOP Chairmen Stephen Morris and Jim Rule. As @Mike_Pence outlined, this election is pivotal. We need to support strong GOP candidates up and down the ballot to take back Illinois and Congress. https://t.co/wVBiKxoY7j
Jun. 21, 2022
Honored to welcome @Mike_Pence to the Peoria-Tazewell Lincoln Day Dinner last night. VP Pence is a champion of our Midwest conservative values, and we are grateful for his support. Thank you to incredible crowd of Republicans who are ready to take back Illinois and America. https://t.co/0owDko6C3w
Jun. 19, 2022
Happy Father’s Day to all the incredible Dads! Being a Father is one of the greatest joys in my life. Today, I am grateful for my Dad and my three sons. https://t.co/YI2JxpQKbv
Jun. 15, 2022
Congratulations to @MayraFlores2022 on her victory tonight in the #TX34 special election! With her help and like-minded candidates, we will take back the House and fire Speaker Pelosi for good in November. https://t.co/I0rAdQZ4ne
Jun. 9, 2022
Congrats to @KeanForCongress on his victory in the #NJ07 primary last night! Tom is a strong conservative and he will help Republicans flip the House in November! https://t.co/YnDVvjTvra