Darin LaHood Wins Seventh Term in Illinois 16th District
Republican Representative Darin LaHood won re-election to Illinois' 16th Congressional District, defeating Democrat Paul Nolley by a 17-point margin.
U.S. Representative Darin LaHood won re-election to a seventh term in Illinois' 16th Congressional District, defeating Democratic challenger Paul Nolley by a 17-point margin. A Republican and former federal prosecutor, LaHood secured the victory in a district that heavily favors his party.
During the campaign, Nolley criticized LaHood for his support of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and his opposition to votes to withdraw U.S. forces from Iran. LaHood defended his record, stating that the withdrawal measures were largely symbolic and that he has encouraged President Trump to wind down the war.
The candidates also differed on data center policy, with LaHood favoring local government control and Nolley advocating for federal leadership. LaHood highlighted his success in securing funding for local mental health and police services while criticizing the growth of the national debt.
