Aaron Jon Schock (born May 28, 1981) is a former American politician who was Republican U.S. Representative for Illinois's 18th congressional district from 2009 until 2015. The district is based in Peoria and includes part of Springfield. He was the first member of the U.S. Congress born in the 1980s; when he took his seat in 2009 he was the youngest member of Congress. Previously, Schock had served two terms in the Illinois House of Representatives, also as its youngest member.
Schock's post immediately prior to his coming-out post; a thirst post (Image via Instagram) Aaron Schock, who during his time in the House of Representatives as a Republican voted steadfastly against all pro-LGBTQ issues — only to parade around WeHo and other gay environs once out of office — has officially come out as gay.
In an Instagram post, he writes: I am gay. For those who know me and for many who only know of me, this will come as no surprise.