Rep. Aaron Schock, R-Ill., gave a simple explanation for why he decided to serve as honorary congressional chairman for this year’s Ball on the Mall. That fit physique that the congressman is known for? The Mall is partially responsible for that. “My favorite thing that I’ve been able to experience as a member of Congress is to get up at 5:30 in the morning and to run down the Mall as the sun is rising over the dome of the Capitol,” he said. “It is truly inspiring.” The third annual Ball on the Mall black-tie gala took place Saturday under tents on the Mall to raise funds for the Trust for the National Mall.
