LaHood and Nolley Clash in Illinois Forum

U.S. Representative Darin LaHood and challenger Paul Nolley debated key issues during an Illinois congressional forum. The candidates addressed U.S. foreign policy on Iran, immigration enforcement, and local data center development.

Illinois 16th Congressional District candidates Darin LaHood, second from left, and Paul Nolley draw cards to see who takes the first question before a political forum Monday, Oct. 5, 2026 at the WTVP studios in Peoria.

U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood and challenger Paul Nolley clashed over foreign policy, immigration, and artificial intelligence during a Monday evening forum in Peoria. The debate highlights stark policy divisions in the race for the Illinois 16th Congressional District ahead of the November midterms. Voters face a fundamental choice between LaHood's hawkish incumbent platform and Nolley's reform-focused campaign.

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