Omar Aquino | |
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| Member of the Illinois Senate from the 2nd district | |
| Assumed office July 1, 2016 | |
| Preceded by | William Delgado |
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| Born | June 24, 1987 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Education | Loyola University Chicago (BA, BS) |
Omar Aquino (born June 24, 1987) is an American politician serving as a member of the Illinois Senate, representing the 2nd district. A Democrat, he was elected in the March 2016 Democratic primary and appointed to the seat effective July 1, 2016, following the retirement of William Delgado.[1] Sworn into office at age 29, he is the youngest-ever Latino member of the Illinois State Senate and one of the youngest state senators in Illinois history. Previously, he served as an aide to Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth.
- ^ "New state senator appointed". Chicago Tribune. 2016-06-29. Retrieved 2016-06-29.