
Originally from Texas, John and his family moved to
Machesney Park at a very young age. He attended and graduated from Harlem High
School in Machesney Park.
John began serving his community by becoming a police
officer for South Beloit and later transferring to Rockford where he became a
detective. John has served almost 20 years as a police officer and is currently
on a leave of absence from the Rockford Police Department.
John previously served as a Winnebago County Board member for
District 8 and currently works part-time for Stewart & Associates.
Rep. Cabello currently serves on seven committees that
include Appropriations-Public Safety (Republican Spokesperson), Judiciary - Criminal
(Republican Spokesperson), Labor & Commerce Committee, Public Utilities,
Intermodal Infrastructure, Tollway Oversight, and Workforce Reconciliation
Subcommittee.