Darin
LaHood
Republican U.S. Representative Darin LaHood of Illinois, serving the 16th District since 2023 (formerly the 18th District from 2015).
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- positions
- 12
- endorsements
- 6
Background
Darin LaHood is a Republican U.S. Representative from Peoria, Illinois, currently serving Illinois's 16th Congressional District. He has held a seat in the U.S. House since 2015, initially representing the 18th District until redistricting moved him to the 16th District in 2023. 12
Before entering Congress, LaHood served in the Illinois State Senate from 2011 to 2015. His legal career included work as a prosecutor in Cook County and Tazewell County, as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in Las Vegas, and as a practicing attorney with the Peoria firm Miller, Hall & Triggs from 2006 until his congressional election. 1
LaHood was born and raised in Peoria, Illinois, where he continues to reside. He earned a B.A. from Loras College and a J.D. from the University of Illinois-Chicago John Marshall Law School. 15
In the 2026 general election, LaHood is running as the Republican incumbent for Illinois's 16th Congressional District and secured his reelection bid in an unopposed general election contest. 69
At a glance
- Party
- Republican · Incumbent
- Running for
- U.S. House · District 16, Illinois
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
- Current office
- U.S. Representative for Illinois's 16th Congressional District
- Website
- lahoodforcongress.com(opens in a new tab)
Where they stand
Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.
Voting record
How Darin LaHood voted in Congress: 118th Congress (2023–24) and 119th Congress (2025–26), Jan 3, 2023 to Sep 16, 2026. From the official House and Senate roll call records.
- roll call votes
- 1,909
- missed
- 4.1%
- with their party’s majority
- 95%
Recent key votes
- Sep 16, 2026 · House · S2403 · Economy & jobsRetire through Ownership ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · PassedOfficial roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)Yes
- Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9497 · Climate & energyWater Resources Development ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · PassedOfficial roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)Yes
- Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9340 · Climate & energyRatepayer Protection ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · PassedOfficial roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)Yes
- Sep 16, 2026 · House · HJRES213 · Climate & energyProviding for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision”On Passage · PassedOfficial roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)Yes
- Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR10326 · Crime & public safetyPROOF ActOn Passage · PassedOfficial roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)Yes
- Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9576 · Crime & public safetyNational Fraud Enforcement Division ActOn Passage · PassedOfficial roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)Yes
- Sep 15, 2026 · House · HJRES210 · Climate & energyProviding for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision”On Passage · PassedOfficial roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)Yes
- Sep 15, 2026 · House · HR9500 · Taxes & budgetTax Relief for Fraud Victims ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · PassedOfficial roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)Yes
Key votes are final decisions on bills and joint resolutions, and top nominations. Software sorts each into an issue from its official title, so check the roll call. All 1,909 votes →
Timeline
- Oct 12newsLaHood defends Iran war and discusses tariffs and immigration on The 21st Show
In an interview reported October 12, LaHood defended the Iran war and discussed his positions on tariffs and immigration solutions.
Rep. Darin LaHood defends Iran war, discusses tariffs and immigration solutions on 21st Show - IPM Newsroom · Oct 12, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Oct 10debateLaHood and Nolley discuss key issues in 16th Congressional District debate
LaHood and Nolley continued to debate key district issues including Iran, tariffs, health care, Social Security, and energy in coverage aired October 10.
LaHood, Nolley discuss key issues during 16th ... · Oct 10, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Oct 8debateLaHood and Nolley face off at WTVP/League of Women Voters forum in Peoria
At a televised forum, LaHood defended his support for the One Big Beautiful Bill, advocated local oversight of data centers, and supported a bipartisan process to protect Social Security for those 55 and older. He also cited endorsements from trade unions, the NFIB, police departments, and police unions. Nolley was on the attack throughout, criticizing LaHood's votes and calling for single-payer healthcare and higher FICA taxes on top earners.
At Peoria debate, challenger Paul Nolley on the attack while longtime incumbent Darin LaHood touts record · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Oct 6endorsementChicago Tribune editorial board endorses LaHood for Illinois 16th Congressional District
The Chicago Tribune endorsed LaHood, noting it had previously withdrawn support after his name appeared on a Republican-backed Supreme Court brief seeking to invalidate 2020 presidential election results in four states, but is backing him again in 2026.
Editorial: Darin LaHood for US House of Representatives in District 16 · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Oct 5newsLaHood rejects Trump's proposed $5,000 checks to Americans, calling them poor fiscal policy
Following a Peoria forum, LaHood said he did not support the proposed $5,000 payments to Americans, arguing they would add to the national debt and represent poor fiscal policy.
Why LaHood doesn't support Trump plan to send Americans $5K election checks · Oct 5, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 30newsLaHood says he is proud to support Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill'
LaHood publicly stated his support for President Trump's legislative package known as the 'One Big Beautiful Bill,' defending it as a policy priority.
Darin LaHood says he's proud to support President Donald ... · Sep 30, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 23newsLaHood discusses Iran war, tariffs, and immigration on WILL's The 21st Show
On WILL Illinois Public Media's The 21st Show, LaHood said he had advocated for 'negotiation and an off-ramp' regarding Iran. He argued blanket tariffs were harmful to farmers and manufacturers but supported strategic tariffs against China, Iran, North Korea, and Russia.
Rep. Darin LaHood defends Iran war, discusses tariffs and ... · Sep 23, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Mar 19filingLaHood and Nolley both run unopposed in their respective party primaries
Both Darin LaHood (Republican) and Paul Nolley (Democrat) advanced unopposed through their party primaries, setting up a general election contest on November 3.
LaHood absent as Democratic challenger Nolley takes questions at Dixon candidates' forum · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
Endorsements
- National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) organizationLaHood stated at the October 7, 2026 candidate forum that NFIB had reviewed both candidates' records and endorsed him. No separate NFIB announcement is linked in the sources. pbs.org
- International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local 150 unionLocal 150's 2026 Illinois endorsements list names 'District 16: Darin LaHood.' LaHood also stated at the October 7 candidate forum that Local 150 had endorsed him. local150.org
- Chamber of Commerce (specific chamber not identified) organizationLaHood stated at the October 7, 2026 candidate forum that 'the Chamber of Commerce' had endorsed him. The source does not identify which chamber or provide a separate endorsement announcement. pbs.org
- Illinois Farm Bureau organizationLaHood stated at the October 7, 2026 candidate forum that the Illinois Farm Bureau had endorsed him after reviewing both candidates' records. No separate announcement is linked in the sources. pbs.org
- Fraternal Order of Police (specific chapter or lodge not identified) organizationLaHood stated at the October 7, 2026 candidate forum that the Fraternal Order of Police had endorsed him. He also claimed 'every police department and agency' endorsed him, but did not name them; the forum does not independently verify that broader claim. pbs.org
- Chicago Tribune Editorial Board newspaperThe board endorsed LaHood for Illinois' 16th Congressional District, noting it had previously endorsed him in 2016, 2018, and 2020, then withdrew support before endorsing him again in 2026. chicagotribune.com · Oct 6, 2026
Past elections
General election results for federal office, from the Federal Election Commission.
| Year | Seat | Result | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | U.S. House IL-16 · R | Won | 197,621 | 66.3% |
| 2020 | U.S. House IL-18 · R | Won | 261,840 | 70.4% |
| 2018 | U.S. House IL-18 · R | Won | 195,927 | 67.2% |
| 2016 | U.S. House IL-18 · R | Won | 250,506 | 72.1% |
Covers the 2016 to 2022 general elections. The FEC has not yet published 2024 congressional results.
Campaign finance
Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.
- Raised
- $3.67M
- Spent
- $2.45M
- Cash on hand
- $6.75M
As of Jun 30, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H6IL18088(opens in a new tab)
Sources 18
- [1] Rep. Darin LaHood defends Iran war, discusses tariffs and immigration solutions on 21st Show - IPM Newsroom(opens in a new tab) Oct 12, 2026
- [2] Healthcare(opens in a new tab) Oct 11, 2026
- [3] Right to Life | Congressman Darin LaHood(opens in a new tab) Oct 11, 2026
- [4] LaHood, Nolley discuss key issues during 16th ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 10, 2026
- [5] Immigration | Congressman Darin LaHood(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
- [6] LaHood absent as Democratic challenger Nolley takes questions at Dixon candidates' forum(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
- [7] At Peoria debate, challenger Paul Nolley on the attack while longtime incumbent Darin LaHood touts record(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
- [8] 2026 Illinois 16th Congressional District Candidate Forum(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
- [9] ILLINOIS ENDORSEMENTS(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
- [10] Editorial: Darin LaHood for US House of Representatives in District 16(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
- [11] Education | Congressman Darin LaHood(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
- [12] Why LaHood doesn't support Trump plan to send Americans $5K election checks(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
- [13] 2nd Amendment | Congressman Darin LaHood(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
- [14] Darin LaHood says he's proud to support President Donald ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
- [15] 2026 Election Questionnaire: Darin LaHood, U.S. House of Representatives, 16th District(opens in a new tab) Sep 25, 2026
- [16] Rep. Darin LaHood defends Iran war, discusses tariffs and ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 23, 2026
- [17] LaHood, Colleagues introduce Bipartisan Bill to Expand ...(opens in a new tab) Aug 10, 2026
- [18] Rep. LaHood Statement on Electoral College Vote Certification(opens in a new tab) Jan 6, 2021