Eugene Vindman

Eugene Vindman served in the U.S. Army from 1997 to 2022. Vindman earned a bachelor's degree from the State University of New York, Binghamton, in 1997, a master's degree from Central Michigan University in 2005, and a law degree from the University of Georgia School of Law in 2009. His career experience includes working as an attorney.[1][2]

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Campaign websiteVindman's campaign website stated the following:WHERE EUGENE STANDS ON THE ISSUESFighting for Families. Working to Lower Costs. “My family came to the United States as refugees. We fled the authoritarian Soviet Union in search of American freedom. I served for 25 years in the U.S. Army to protect the values of this great country and preserve the American way of life. Now I’m running to represent our community, defend our rights and freedoms, and make sure that every family has the same opportunities to thrive that my family had.”Lower Costs and Cut Taxes for Working Families Eugene is committed to building an economy that delivers for working families and strengthens the middle class. His top priority is cutting taxes and lowering costs for working families across the Commonwealth and the country. In Congress, Eugene is working to crack down on anti-competitive business practices, lower costs for working families, support small businesses, and ensure economic development creates opportunity in every community. Vindman supports an all-of-the-above energy strategy, an end to costly foreign wars, and smart economic policies that lower gas prices and utility bills for American families. He has also warned that reckless tariffs can drive up costs on everyday goods, disrupt supply chains, and make it harder for working families and small businesses to get ahead.Fighting Corruption in Washington Eugene is working to restore trust and integrity in our government by standing up to corruption and fighting for transparency. As a former ethics lawyer, prosecutor, and National Security Council staff legal advisor, Eugene understands the importance of accountability and the dangers of meddling with American institutions. He believes Congress must lead by example and uphold a standard of honest and effective governance. To restore faith in government, he is leading the congressional efforts to ban Members of Congress from participating in prediction markets and from lobbying their former colleagues after leaving office. He also supports a ban on Members of Congress trading individual stocks. He is also a strong proponent of bipartisanship and is committed to working across the aisle to address the real issues facing our communities. Stand with Servicemembers, Veterans, and Military Families As a retired U.S. Army and Iraq War veteran who served 25 years, Eugene is deeply committed to supporting our veterans and military families. On the House Armed Services Committee, he’s fighting to lower everyday costs for military families, expand access to high-quality health care, strengthen mental health services, and ensure every veteran receives the benefits they’ve earned. He’s also working to make sure our service members have the tools and resources they need to combat modern threats and adversaries. He knows how challenging the transition to civilian life can be — and he’s working to advance policies that help veterans thrive long after their service ends. He has passed a pay raise for the troops, fought to ensure members of the military get paid during government shutdowns, and authored bipartisan bills to lower the cost of prescription drugs, housing, and college for military families.Lower Health Care Costs and Protect Access to Care Eugene believes that every American — no matter their income or zip code — deserves access to quality, affordable health care. In Congress, he’s working to lower the cost of prescription drugs, strengthen the Affordable Care Act, protect Medicare and Medicaid, and close the gaps in access that leave too many communities behind. He also leads a commonsense bill to lower prescription drug costs for service members, military families, and veterans while saving taxpayers billions.Support Law Enforcement and Safe Communities Eugene is a former prosecutor and a strong supporter of law enforcement. He is committed to ensuring law enforcement officers and first responders have the funding, training, and tools they need to keep our communities safe. He is working to ensure every local police department is fully funded — having delivered more than $2.75 million in federal funding to law enforcement agencies this year — and has led bipartisan efforts to combat the fentanyl crisis and save lives. He also understands that lasting public safety also requires addressing the root causes of crime, like poverty, addiction, and lack of opportunity.Make Data Centers Pay Their Fair Share Eugene believes that data centers need to pay their fair share. Virginia should welcome innovation, but not at any cost. He continues to assert that data centers should not be near any National Parks, schools, or near residential communities. He regularly hears from folks who are concerned about rising energy costs, environmental impacts, and siting of data centers, as well as those who are worried about the impact AI could have on their jobs. He shares their concerns. Eugene is committed to listening to his communities doing everything he can to secure a promising future for working families and keep the American Dream alive.Drive Innovation and Grow the American Economy It is important that Congress and regulators understand technology and create an environment that allows for innovation to flourish while also having clear rules for the road. Eugene has supported AI legislation to study these issues and voted for commonsense guardrails that protect consumers, safeguard workers, and preserve our national security. Clear guardrails will allow these technologies to thrive, drive growth, protect consumers and preserve national security. The U.S. has always been — and must continue to be — the global leader in innovation.As we develop new technologies, we need to ensure that workers and the environment are protected, additional costs are put on workers struggling under rising prices, and that we create jobs and vibrant livelihoods for the middle class. I am eager to work with workers, labor, and industry to build the most innovative economy on Earth that delivers for working families.Protect Social Security, Medicaid, and Medicare Social Security, Medicaid, and Medicare reflect a basic promise our country makes to its people: that after a lifetime of hard work, you should be able to retire with security, stability, and dignity. For decades, Americans have paid into these programs with the expectation that they will be there when they need them. In Congress, Eugene will stand firmly against any attempt to cut Social Security, Medicare, or Medicaid. He will always fight to protect and strengthen these essential programs for the millions of Americans who rely on them today and for future generations.Strengthen Public Education and Expand Opportunity As a proud dad of two children who attended Prince William County public schools, Eugene understands just how essential a strong public education system is — for both our kids and for the future of our country. He believes every child deserves access to a high-quality education, regardless of their zip code. That’s why he’s fighting to ensure Congress provides the funding, resources, and support our schools need so that every student has a fair shot at success. He is also the leader of a bipartisan effort to restore quality education for students nationwide by getting phones out of K-12 classrooms.Strengthen Alliances and Defend America from Global Threats Eugene brings decades of national security experience to Congress — from 25 years of service in the U.S. Army to his role as an advisor on the National Security Council to investigating war crimes in Ukraine. He’s dedicated his career to defending our country and upholding the values that keep us strong. As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, Eugene is committed to strengthening our global alliances and ensuring our military remains equipped, ready, and capable of confronting the threats of today and tomorrow.Protect Abortion Access and Reproductive Freedom Virginia is the last state in the South without an abortion ban, and Eugene is fighting to protect women’s reproductive freedom. He is the proud sponsor of legislation to restore abortion access nationwide, and as a member of the Reproductive Freedom Caucus, he will keep working to protect Virginians’ access to vital reproductive care. The government should not have a voice in Americans’ private health care decisions. Eugene will vote against any attempt to ban reproductive healthcare including abortion, IVF, or contraceptives. He will also fight to ensure that servicewomen never have to worry about accessing reproductive healthcare no matter where they are stationed.Stand with Virginia’s Federal Workers As the representative of thousands of federal workers, service members, and public servants, Eugene understands how critical the federal workforce is to keeping the country running. He strongly supports protecting federal workers from political attacks and reckless government shutdowns, rebuilding agencies weakened by DOGE-driven cuts and chaos, and ensuring public servants are treated with the dignity, respect, and stability they deserve.Welcoming Legal Immigrants While Securing America’s Borders Eugene’s story begins with America opening its doors to his family in a moment of need. As an immigrant and refugee, he believes we can secure our border while still leading with decency. He knows that America is at its best when we treat people with dignity and respect, and that is why he joined community leaders in standing against proposed U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement mega-detention facilities in Stafford and Hanover. Eugene supports cracking down on transnational crime and violent criminals, alongside simpler, legal pathways for people who pay their taxes and are trying to do things the right way. He believes our focus should be on real threats, not punishing the families and small businesses that strengthen our communities.Support America’s Farmers and Food Producers As the only Virginian on the House Agriculture Committee, Eugene understands the vital role agriculture plays in both Virginia’s economy and our nation’s food supply. He knows that food security is national security — and that supporting our family farms is essential to both. Eugene is committed to expanding market access for farmers, investing in rural infrastructure, and strengthening key nutrition programs that benefit Virginia families and producers alike.Invest in Transportation, Infrastructure, and American Manufacturing Investing in American manufacturing and modern infrastructure is essential to building a stronger economy in Virginia. By expanding domestic production, strengthening supply chains, and upgrading our roads, bridges, ports, and energy systems, we can create good-paying jobs, support small businesses, lower costs, reduce reliance on foreign competitors, and most importantly, improve quality of life for Virginians. Eugene knows that economic growth depends on making it easier for people and goods to move efficiently. As a commuter and former slug rider, Eugene knows firsthand the frustration of sitting in Virginia traffic. That’s why he secured millions of dollars for community-requested transportation and infrastructure projects that will improve safety, reduce congestion, and help Virginians spend less time on the road and more time focused on their families, jobs, and businesses.Uphold Unions and Bring Union Jobs to Virginia Growing up, Eugene saw firsthand how his father’s union benefits helped lift his family into the middle class, giving him a deep understanding of the role unions play in creating economic opportunity and supporting good-paying jobs. That’s why he strongly supports workers’ right to organize, collectively bargain, and earn fair wages for their work.Protect Our Environment and Address Climate Change Eugene believes that confronting climate change is both a moral responsibility and an economic opportunity. He supports bold investments in clean energy, efforts to reduce carbon emissions, transitioning away from fossil fuels, lowering energy bills for Virginians and policies that position Virginia as a leader in the green economy. Eugene sees the potential for clean energy industries to create good-paying jobs across the Commonwealth — and he’s fighting to turn these ideas into reality. As a father of two, he’s committed to protecting our environment for the next generation.— Eugene Vindman's campaign website (August 16, 2026)Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a father, a husband, an immigrant, an international humanitarian law expert, and a former Colonel in the U.S. Army.

I was born in Soviet Ukraine, and when I was just four years old I came to America as a refugee with my two brothers, grandmother, and recently widowed father. My family immigrated to this country with only $759, but through perseverance, a good union job, and faith in the American dream, we were able to build a life for ourselves.

In 2019, after serving our country for 22 years in the Army, I was on the National Security Council as the Senior Ethics Attorney when I blew the whistle on the infamous phone call in which President Trump attempted to extort President Zelensky of Ukraine, Trump threatened to withhold critical aid if Ukraine didn't investigate President Biden’s family.

This phone call and the investigation that followed resulted in Trump’s first impeachment. Trump retaliated against me for my role; his vindictiveness cost me my career. Now, I’m running to represent Virginia’s 7th Congressional District, preserve democracy, protect our freedoms, and be an advocate for our community on Capitol Hill.

I live in Prince William County with my wife Cindy and our daughter Madi, who is in the 8th grade in Prince William County Public Schools. Our son Max is in his Sophomore year at William & Mary College.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

I am running to protect our democracy and freedoms against extremism;I’m on a new mission to serve our country; andensure the Seventh District has high-quality public schools, world-class infrastructure, and provides opportunities for all.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am passionate about protecting our Democracy and freedoms in all of its forms.

This means building safeguards into our voting systems so that our Democracy cannot be held hostage by MAGA extremism.

Passing laws that build an economy that allows everyone to prosper, and restores a collective faith in the American Dream.

Protect reproductive freedom by stopping any attempts to enact a national abortion ban, and pass legislation to restore abortion access so that no matter what state they live in, women can make their own healthcare decisions.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

I believe the most important value that an elected official must have is integrity. To represent the needs, wants, and values of your constituents is a solemn duty, and must be the paramount concern of an elected official when making a decision. If an elected official can’t be relied on to do what they promise, stand up to corrupt interests, or push through challenges no matter the personal cost – then they don’t deserve to represent their community.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

When I was 15 years old I worked as a cashier at my neighborhood grocery store. Even though I was just there for the summer, I was welcomed as a member of the employee’s Union and was eligible for Union benefits. I learned a lot in that job, but one of the most important lessons it taught me was the importance, and the power, of organized labor.

What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

I believe the continued attacks on the foundations of our Democracy are the greatest threat to the United States over the next decade. My family fled from a bigoted, autocratic government. We saw firsthand what happens when a government turns on its people – we cannot allow that to happen here.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

In the Army it didn’t matter if the soldier sitting next to me was a Democrat or a Republican, we were there to get the mission done. If I’m elected to serve I will bring this same mindset to Congress. I will never compromise my values, nor will I shy away from a fight that must be had – but when it comes to finding common sense solutions to common problems I will work with any colleague, no matter their party, to deliver for the American people.

Campaign website

Vindman’s campaign website stated the following:

National Issues

PROTECTING ABORTION RIGHTS

This past election in 2023 demonstrated that Virginians will not stand for their reproductive freedoms being taken away. I cannot imagine my daughter growing up in a world where women have fewer rights than the one that my wife and I grew up in. The bottom line is Donald Trump appointed justices to the Supreme Court who overturned Roe V. Wade, and if he is elected president a national ban could be enacted. We need someone with experience standing up to Trump to protect abortion rights in VA.

In Congress, I will stand up to MAGA Republicans and protect a woman’s right to an abortion. These MAGA Republicans won’t just stop with just abortion. They’ve already promised to ban forms of birth control and fertility like IVF – and they want access to women’s private medical records to do it.

PRESERVING DEMOCRACY

When my brother and I blew the whistle on President Trump after he attempted to extort President Zelenskyy in Ukraine into investigating his political rival, we knew we were sacrificing our military career but we knew it was the right thing to do. Preserving Democracy in the face of Authoritarian leadership whether at home or abroad. Whether it’s Donald Trump using the office of the presidency for political retaliation or Vladimir Putin’s illegal war that he’s waging in Ukraine, I will always stand for the people and stand for Democracy.

PASSING GUN SAFETY LEGISLATION

From Virginia Tech to Virginia Beach, Virginia has experienced terrible mass shootings. It’s crucial that our kids feel safe in their schools, and that we can go into our places of worship and not feel susceptible to gun violence.

As a father I know this firsthand – when my son was in High School he had to go into lockdown because of a gun found at his school, like any parent my mind immediately went to the worst-case scenario. Thankfully no child was harmed that day, but we find too often that isn't the case.

That’s why it’s time to pass universal background checks; close the gun show loophole; institute red flag laws nationally; and require training, certification, licensing, and safe storage requirements nationally.

As a Veteran, I learned to use, and respect my weapon – that is why I know weapons of war have no place on our streets. We can come together to pass common-sense legislation that will keep our communities and children safe.

LGBT RIGHTS

I am proud to be an ally for LGBT rights. Part of our nation’s creed is commitment to equality for all under the law. If we are not protecting those among us who have historically been most vulnerable, we are not being true to fundamental values. I am committed to ensuring that all Americans are treated with dignity and respect.

ADDRESSING IMMIGRATION

My father came to America with less than $800 bucks in his pocket and was able to create a good life for myself and my brothers. We achieved the success we know today thanks to him. I believe that immigration has always been a strength for this nation and my story is a good example of this. For too long politicians in Washington have passed the buck, and that stops now. We need fair, safe and strong immigration reforms.

SUPPORT FOR UKRAINE

This issue is deeply personal to me not just because of my heritage but because of my life’s work to protect our own national security. Our nation must do much more to support Ukraine in Russia’s illegal war, and we must also continue to denounce the human rights atrocities that are being committed by the Russians. This support means financial and military resources. If we let up, Putin wins. It’s that simple. Russia must be defeated to restore Ukraine’s territorial integrity and re-establish a rules-based order which will dissuade other autocrats from attacking their weaker neighbors. Ultimately, this is about keeping U.S. armed forces from having to be boots on the ground in Europe, Asia or elsewhere down the road.

People Powered Campaign

As one of the couple of candidates in northern Virginia in this election who has not taken Corporate PAC money, my grassroots funded campaign continues its strong momentum to Election Day victory. My campaign is first and foremost people powered and I'm proud to have also sworn off funding from utilities companies including Dominion Energy and Appalachian Power as well as others such as big oil and coal. We need to put our democracy back in the hands of people.

Local Issues

AGRICULTURE

In Northern and Central Virginia Agriculture is a critical issue. Farmers throughout the region are not only pivotal to our local economies but they also keep our communities fed. Agriculture is also important in the non-rural, urban and exurban portion of VA-07, where local residents rely on nutritional assistance stewarded by their member of congress. Therefore, I will be a consistent advocate in Congress for family farms that produce crops and maintain livestock, and I will work with local officials on conservation and open space preservation.

EXPANDING ACCESS TO RURAL BROADBAND

In our modern society, individual and community access to broadband is an absolute necessity. It is critical that our federal representation steps in, learns from individual communities what their needs are, and then delivers for them in Washington through continued investment in infrastructure. It’s about tackling the digital divide and ensuring our rural communities can participate in our 21st century economy.

COMBATTING BOOK BANS

From Spotsylvania to Madison and King George, Virginia families are dealing with the rising threat of MAGA extremists on school boards who are actively banning books on the holocaust and slavery to satisfy a false flag political agenda with an authoritarian bent. As the next Congressman from this area, I will work tirelessly with localities to ensure that my time in office is a threat to extremism everywhere.

INNOVATION AND EMERGING TECHNOLOGY

For more than a hundred years America has been at the forefront of technological change. These emerging fields bring fantastic opportunities but without proper regulation can bring significant risk. We need an approach that allows American innovation to flourish but protects consumers and business and makes clear what the rules are. These technologies also have significant implications for national security. Policy Makers need to be cognizant of these implications.

BLOCKCHAIN AND CRYPTO TECHNOLOGIES

The idea of the blockchain solves a really important problem in the digital and physical economy- trust. An immutable public ledger has already shown itself to be a valuable technology in areas ranging from shipping around the world all the way down to a new way of doing finance.

GENERATIVE AI

AI has the potential to fuel our economic growth for the coming decades but also presents a host of potential downsides from classroom cheating all the way up to job loss and significant economic and political disruption. Like any technology it can be used for good or bad objectives. It is important that Congress and regulators create an environment that allows for innovation to flourish while also having clear rules for the road and ensuring strong consumer protections to prevent this technology from being abused.

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—Eugene Vindman’s campaign website (2024)[17]