As expected, Rep. Eugene Vindman (D-VA07) announces his candidacy for the new VA01, assuming the redistricting amendment makes it through the VA Supreme Court and voter referendum in late April.
Vindman Announces Re-Election Campaign in Virginia’s First Congressional District
Woodbridge, Va. — Today, Congressman Eugene Vindman (Va.-07) announced that he intends to run for Congress in Virginia’s First Congressional District should Virginians approve a mid-decade redrawing of congressional districts to confront Trump administration corruption.
“My story is rooted in the American Dream. I came to the United States as a refugee from Soviet Ukraine. I served this country for 25 years in the U.S. Army and later continued that service in Congress.
“In one lifetime, I went from refugee to Representative — and I’m not finished. With our rights and freedoms under attack, I am running to represent Virginia’s First Congressional District.
“In Congress, I’ve worked every day to deliver for Virginians: lowering costs, standing up for our federal workforce, protecting access to health care, and holding this administration accountable. I’ve passed bills to support military families, invest in our students’ futures, and address housing affordability. I’m proud of that work, and I know there is more ahead.
“This is a defining moment for our country. The Trump administration has rolled back protections, stripped away freedoms, and threatened our free and fair elections.
“In the months ahead, I will campaign to protect fair representation and ensure every Virginian’s voice is heard.
“If Virginians stand up and approve this temporary and necessary measure to protect free and fair elections from being undermined by President Trump, I am ready to continue serving Central and Northern Virginia in Congress in VA-01 — grounded in the values that brought my family here and committed to the future we owe the next generation.”
P.S. Also, see State Navigate and the screenshot, below, for a map of the new VA01
