U.S. Chamber Endorses Rep. Darin LaHood for Illinois' Sixteenth Congressional District

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Rep. Darin LaHood for Illinois' Sixteenth Congressional District. The U.S. Chamber endorses candidates for federal office who will support policies that drive innovation, grow the economy, and create opportunities for American businesses and workers.

"The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is proud to endorse Congressman Darin LaHood for his unwavering dedication to pro-growth economic policies and the free enterprise system," said Kevin Courtois, Vice President of the Chamber's Great Lakes Region. "Through his critical leadership on the Ways and Means Committee, Congressman LaHood has been a steadfast champion for advancing fair trade, keeping taxes low for hardworking Americans, and cutting the red tape that holds back Central and Northern Illinois job creators. We are proud to stand with Congressman LaHood, and we look forward to working with him in the 120th Congress."

"Congressman Darin LaHood continues to distinguish himself as a fierce protector of businesses of all shapes and sizes," said Jimmy Clayton, Illinois Chamber of Commerce President & CEO. "Darin has been a friend of the Illinois Chamber since his tenure in the Illinois Senate. We look forward to his continued service on the powerful U.S. House Committee on Ways and Means. Mr. LaHood represents the finest of Illinois values."

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