William Matthews

William Matthews ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Virginia's 2nd Congressional District. He did not appear on the ballot for the Republican primary on August 4, 2026.

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?

1. Safe Schools Through Proactive Security — Not Political Talking Points

Key Message:

Every child deserves to learn in a safe environment, and every parent deserves peace of mind.

Position:

I support proactive, preventative school security measures that focus on deterrence, early intervention, and coordination—not reaction after tragedy.

Policy Focus:

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Harden school security through controlled access, trained personnel, and threat-assessment programs

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Expand early-warning systems and coordination between schools and local law enforcement

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Prioritize funding for safety measures that prevent violence before it happens2. Pay Our Troops — Always. No Excuses.

Key Message:

If our service members are expected to defend America 24/7, their pay should never be negotiable.

Position:

I will fight for permanent, automatic funding protections that guarantee military pay during government shutdowns.

Policy Focus:

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Create a mandatory escrow or emergency fund solely for military pay

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Prohibit congressional pay continuation during shutdowns unless service members are paid first

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End the practice of using troops and their families as leverage in budget fightsFull Accountability for Every Dollar Sent Overseas

Key Message:

American taxpayers deserve transparency before, during, and after their money leaves the country.

Position:

I support legislation requiring independent, third-party forensic accounting oversight for all foreign aid spending.

Policy Focus:

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Mandatory pre-allocation audits of recipient nations and programs

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Real-time tracking of funds once disbursed

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Post-allocation forensic reviews by objective, independent accountants

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Immediate suspension of funds if misuse or corruption is detected

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Market-Driven Health Care Reform

Why it matters:

Government price controls increase costs and reduce quality.

Key concerns:

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Increasing competition across state lines

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Price transparency for medical services

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Reducing administrative mandates that drive up premiums

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Protecting employer-based and private insurance choices

Military Readiness Without Waste

Why it matters:

Strong defense is essential—but wasteful defense spending undermines readiness.

Key concerns:

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Guaranteed pay for service members regardless of shutdowns

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Eliminating cost overruns in defense contracting

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Prioritizing readiness, training, and modernization over bureaucracy

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Holding Pentagon contractors accountable for failed projects