01/03/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/03/2025 17:24
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Darin LaHood (IL-16) issued the following statement after taking the oath of office to represent Illinois' 16th Congressional District. This will be Rep. LaHood's fifth full term in Congress, following his first election in 2015.
"I am humbled and honored to represent Illinois' 16th Congressional District in the 119th Congress. I will continue to provide high-quality constituent services and advocate for conservative Midwestern values. I look forward to working with all my colleagues in Congress and President Trump to deliver on the promises made to the American people.
"I was proud to continue my support for Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House. Together, we will strengthen our economy, secure our border, restore American energy independence, and return to American peace through strength. I look forward to representing the people of central and northwestern Illinois for another two years!"
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