Latest News About Jason Virgo

Here’s the latest I can provide based on recent publicly reported items.

• Jason Virgo is a South Australian politician who was elected to the state parliament in 2026 as a One Nation member for the MacKillop district. This marks a notable shift from his earlier activist and party affiliations. The election outcome was reported as Virgo winning the seat amid a One Nation surge in South Australia.[2]

• In his maiden speech to the South Australian Parliament (May 2026), Virgo publicly stated that he has been openly gay throughout his adult life, and he described his personal history in that address, including references to his partner. Some outlets highlighted his emotional moment as he spoke about his sexuality and personal experiences.[3][5]

Notes and context:

• Virgo previously served on the Mount Gambier City Council and has been associated with past political groups including the Labor Party and the Australian Sex Party before running with One Nation in 2026.[2]
• Coverage and social media discussions around his sexuality and stance within One Nation have appeared in various outlets and comment threads, with some outlets focusing on potential shifts in positions or public reception.[7][3]

If you’d like, I can pull together a short timeline of Virgo’s political career and a quick summary of key statements from his maiden speech, with citations. I can also look for more recent developments or official parliamentary records to verify current status.