Washington, D.C. – Congressman Darin LaHood (IL-18) made the following statement after the Census Bureau released the 2020 Census Apportionment Results.

"It is disappointing, but unfortunately not surprising that Illinois will lose a Congressional seat following the 2020 Census Apportionment. For years, poor policymaking and fiscal mismanagement by Democrats in Springfield has led to some of the highest taxes in America and made Illinois less competitive. As a result, many Illinoisans have made their voices heard with their feet and left for other states that are more business and tax friendly.

"As redistricting moves forward, it is now critical that Governor Pritzker and Democrats in Springfield stand by their word to support an independent process. Illinoisans do not want a process that allows politicians to pick their own voters."

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