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By Derrick Anderson / TownHall / Sept 11, 2021 “What is/was your plan Mr. President? What was your contingency plan when the first shot was fired?  Regardless of what that answer is, our Veterans and their families, Gold Star families, the Afghan people, and the American people deserve

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Derrick Anderson on 60 Minutes

“We still have US service members throughout the world, in harms way, that are going to rely on this aircraft again. And that’s what disheartens me, that’s what scares me, and thats what I’m mad about . . . that we haven’t fixed a problem that could potentially kill more of our service members.”

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Derrick Anderson on 60 Minutes

On this Memorial Day weekend, with 15,000 U.S troops still deployed to Afghanistan, we bring you a cautionary tale of how five U.S. soldiers, including two Green Berets, died there on the night of June 9, 2014.

The Daily Progress: Derrick Anderson: Want to lower the temperature in politics? Stop the lies.

“Let’s demand that campaigns stop lying about their opponents. My opponent did it right here in the pages of this paper a couple days ago. He falsely claimed that I support a Washington, D.C., think tank’s plan to cut government jobs that will directly impact many residents in the 7th District. He’s lying to you. That’s bad for democracy. Call him out on it.” – Derrick Anderson

The Independent: Impeachment warrior or showboater? Trump’s shadow looms over a controversial Democratic primary

Vindman’s request was denied. As Newsweek reported in 2022: Vindman “will retire as a lieutenant colonel, having not served the minimum requirement of three years to retire under his current rank”. The publication reported that the Army declined to send Vindman’s request to Biden’s desk.

WJLA ABC 7: VA-07 Race Preview LIVE from Anderson Campaign Rally

November 4, 2024

WJLA highlights the VA-07 race LIVE from the Anderson campaign rally

CBS 19 Charlottesville: VA-07 Race Preview

November 4, 2024

CBS 19 Highlights the VA-07 Race and Derrick Anderson’s Plans for the District; Eugene Vindman Declined an Interview

Townhall: How Is Eugene Vindman So Bad at This?

November 4, 2024

The Democratic candidate, Yevgeny (Eugene) Vindman, may have once had the edge, but he’s been losing his momentum as the election gets closer, with his most recent media reactions turning out to be truly cringeworthy.

CNN: Eugene Vindman Discusses Campaigning Across VA-11...the Wrong District. He's Running in VA-07.

November 4, 2024

Eugene Vindman Didn’t Register Vote in VA-07 Until October 2022 and Voted for President in Brooklyn during 2020…and it shows…

WUSA 9: Eugene Vindman Gets Pressed LIVE on Air About his Lies about his Military Rank, Time in Combat, and My Beliefs on the Issues Important to VA-07

November 1, 2024

Eugene Vindman was faced with pressing questions about his lies throughout his campaign in VA-07.

Newsmax: 'Hate Trump' Vindman in Close Va. House Race

November 1, 2024

“A just-completed Ragnar Research Partners poll showed Democrat Eugene Vindman in a statistical tie with Republican Derrick Anderson in Virginia’s 7th Congressional District..”

Townhall: The Momentum Does Not Look to Be on Eugene Vindman's Side in This Key House Race

November 1, 2024

“With just days to go before Election Day, Virginia’s 7th Congressional District remains a key “Toss-Up” House race this cycle. While Democratic Rep. Abigail Spanberger is retiring to run for governor, the race no longer favors the Democratic candidate looking to replace her, Eugene Vindman. In fact, that momentum may be with Republican Derrick Anderson.”

Derrick Anderson Discusses the VA-07 Race with NBC

October 29, 2024

Derrick Anderson discusses the state of the VA-07 race with NBC before the November 5 election.

Culpeper Star-Exponent: Across party lines, Anderson, Vidman get support in tight race for 7th District

October 28, 2024

Former Culpeper Police Chief and Abigail Spanberger supporter endorses Derrick Anderson.

New York Post: Democratic House candidate Eugene Vindman won’t answer questions about business he started after 14 taxpayer-funded trips to Ukraine

October 25, 2024

“Trump whistleblower and Virginia congressional candidate Eugene Vindman refuses to answer questions about his business dealings in Ukraine, which started after he took more than a dozen taxpayer-funded trips to the war-torn nation.”

The Washington Post: He helped impeach Trump. On the campaign trail, he won’t bring it up.

October 19, 2024

“Eugene Vindman probably would not have become a viable candidate — or a fundraising juggernaut — without his small role in the first impeachment investigation. As he courts voters, he’s mostly avoiding the topic.”

Potomac Local News: Stafford Supervisor Diggs Endorses Derrick Anderson for Congress

October 11, 2024

“Deuntay Diggs, an Independent Stafford County Board of Supervisors member, has officially endorsed Derrick Anderson in the race for Virginia’s 7th Congressional District.”

Townhall: We're Looking at Another Forecast Change Favoring Republicans in Critical House Race

October 10, 2024

“While the forecasts once favored Eugene Vindman, the Democratic nominee in his race against Republican Derrick Anderson, Cook Political Report just recently moved the race into the “Toss-Up” column.”

Washington Examiner: Derrick Anderson accuses Democratic challenger of inflating military record in latest ad

October 8, 2024

“Virginia Republican Derrick Anderson is blasting his Democratic challenger, retired Army Lt. Col. Yevgeny “Eugene” Vindman, for inflating his military record in a new television advertisement releasing Wednesday morning.”

WAVY News: Derrick Anderson addresses Virginia, national issues in DC News Now Virginia 7th Congressional District Candidate Forum

October 8, 2024

“Derrick Anderson, Republican candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives, joined DC News Now for the 7th Congressional District Candidate Forum to discuss issues affecting people who live in Virginia as well as national and international topics.

DC News Now offered Eugene Vindman, the Democrat against whom Anderson is running, an invitation to participate in the forum. Vindman did not accept the invitation.”

Just the News: Cook Political Report shifts two House races towards Republicans

October 8, 2024

The Cook Political Report shifted VA-07 from “lean Democrat” to “toss up.” The race in the seventh district is one of most watched races in Virginia this November.

The Washington Post: Virginia House candidates debate abortion and affordability as congressional election nears

October 2, 2024

“Republican Derrick Anderson and Democrat Yevgeny “Eugene” Vindman debated at the University of Mary Washington Wednesday night, attempting to portray themselves as the candidate best fit to win Virginia’s most competitive congressional race.”

The Federalist: Virginia Democrat Candidate Eugene Vindman Ducks Debate Against Republican Opponent.

September 25, 2024

“Titled, ‘Your Voice, Your Vote,’ the forum hosted by a local ABC affiliate was intended to provide Democrat Eugene Vindman and Republican Derrick Anderson an opportunity to debate issues most pertinent to voters in Virginia’s 7th Congressional District. According to an event moderator, however, Vindman’s campaign repeatedly rejected attempts by the outlet to schedule his appearance at the debate, leading to his absence Tuesday night.”

ABC-WJLA 7: VA-07 Congressional Debate

September 24, 2024

WATCH: Derrick Anderson’s opponent, Yevgeny Vindman, did not show up to the largest, and only, televised debate of the VA-07 election.

Potomac Local: We Asked Four Candidates about Transparency in Government; Three Responded

September 4, 2024

“They say that how a person campaigns is how they’ll govern, and right now VA-07 voters are seeing a real-world example of how Yevgeny Vindman would govern —  he’s dodging public debates and he’s dodging questions about inflating his military record. I’m dedicated to being open and accessible to as many voters as possible. The six debates and forums I accepted are one of the many ways I’ll do so, and I challenge my opponent to accept them as well.” – Derrick Anderson

New York Post: Virginia Democrat Eugene Vindman declines top TV debate as key House seat shifts to ‘toss up

August 30, 2024

In Virginia swing district just outside the DC beltway, Republicans see a unique opportunity to reclaim a coveted seat in the House of Representatives — and their chances have just improved, per Cook Political Report, which shifted the Virginia 7th district race from “Tilt Democratic” to “Toss Up” in its House Ratings on Thursday.

ABC 7: Derrick Anderson challenges Eugene Vindman to debate, questions military claims

August 27, 2024

“The people of the seventh, my home, the place that raised me, deserve to hear from both candidates in a thoughtful discussion of the issues, not once, not just in TV ads or on social media, but multiple times across the district.” – Derrick Anderson 

The Washington Free Beacon: Ethics Complaints Pile Up Against Eugene Vindman Over ‘Illegal’ Super PAC Coordination

August 26, 2024

Trump whistleblower turned Democratic congressional candidate Eugene Vindman is facing multiple Federal Election Commission (FEC) complaints—filed in response to a Washington Free Beacon report—alleging his campaign is illegally coordinating with an outside super PAC.

ABC 7: Poll shows Derrick Anderson, Eugene Vindman in a dead heat in VA-7 congressional race

August 26, 2024

The race for Virginia’s Seventh Congressional District is in a dead heat, according to a new poll. 

Washington Examiner: Trump whistleblower-turned-Democratic House candidate accused in FEC complaint of violating federal law

August 22, 2024

Eugene Vindman, a Trump whistleblower-turned-Democratic congressional candidate in Virginia, is facing a Federal Election Commission complaint over his campaign’s allegedly illegal coordination with an outside group

The Washington Free Beacon: Eugene Vindman's House Campaign Refers Communications Requests to Liberal Super PAC, Raising Legal Concerns

August 19, 2024

Pressed for comment on Vindman’s military background, campaign says VoteVets will handle ‘questions on this matter or any matters.’

Fredericksburg Free Press: A common cents candidate? Anderson talks economy during Fredericksburg campaign stop

August 19, 2024

Anderson, who faces Democratic nominee Eugene Vindman in November, spoke about the economy and other issues between watching a Fredericksburg Nationals game — where he threw out the first pitch — and attending the Grand Celebration Pakistan Day cultural event at the Fredericksburg Convention Center.

Fox News: New Assault in Gaza Ahead of Cease-Fire Talks

August 12, 2024

Derrick joins Trace Gallagher to discuss Iranian aggression towards Israel and American service members.

Potomac Local News: ‘Stunning’ Silence: Youngkin Criticizes White House Over Quantico Base Trespassing Briefing Delay

August 7, 2024

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin expresses White House frustrations alongside Derrick Anderson as they talk with voters at Spotsylvania Town Center.

NRCC Announces Derrick Anderson in First Round of Additions to 2024 Young Guns Program

July 29, 2024

The National Republican Congressional Committee today announced Derrick Anderson is on the initial list of 26 candidates for the 2024 Young Guns program.

Potomac Local News: Derrick Anderson in Woodbridge, Condemns Pro-Hamas Riots in D.C.

July 26, 2024

Derrick Anderson spoke about the riots at Union Station on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, where pro-Hamas protestors defaced federal monuments and burned the U.S. flag. Anderson, an Army Green Beret, drew on his military service to underscore the gravity of the protestors’ actions and the impact on national unity.

Del. Hillary Pugh Kent Endorses Derrick Anderson

July 10, 2024

Derrick Anderson received the endorsement of Virginia Delegate Hillary Pugh Kent. Pugh Kent represents parts of Caroline and King George counties, as well as a number of other areas outside the 7th Congressional District.

The Daily Progress: Miyares endorses Anderson for Congress in Virginia's 7th District

July 3, 2024

Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares has endorsed Republican Derrick Anderson for Congress in Virginia’s 7th District.

Fox News: Trump endorses former Green Beret, Army colonel in their bids to flip House seats from blue to red

June 29, 2024

Trump offered his ‘Complete and Total endorsement’ to GOP House candidates Derrick Anderson and Laurie Buckhout Friday.

Fox News: GOP primary winner emerges in battle including Navy Seal, Green Beret, Marine and Trump official

June 18, 2024

Derrick Anderson won the Republican primary in the race to flip Democrat Virginia Rep. Abigail Spanberger’s 7th Congressional District seat red.

The Daily Progress: Derrick Anderson talks Biden, the border and inflation ahead of Tuesday's GOP primary

June 15, 2024

The Republican says the economy is one of his top priorities: ‘It’s just costing folks too much to live right now.’

Fox News: Hamas was just using a ploy to try and buy time: Derrick Anderson

May 6, 2024

‘Fox News @ Night’ panelists Aaron Cohen and Derrick Anderson discuss Hamas accepting a proposed cease-fire deal from Egypt and Qatar.

Fox News: Republicans accuse Biden, Schumer of emboldening Iran prior to attack on Israel

April 19, 2024

Virginia congressional candidate Derrick Anderson joins “Fox & Friends First” to discuss the latest on the conflict between Israel and Iran and what the key takeaways are regarding Iranian military capabilities following the weekend attack.

Derrick Anderson Joins Salem: Wilkow!

March 18, 2024
Derrick Anderson, an Iraq War veteran and a Republican contender running for Congress in Virginia’s 7th District, was recently featured on Salem: Wilkow! discussing the United States’ decision to lift sanctions against Iran.

March 18, 2024

Derrick Anderson joined Salem: Stacy Washington Now to outline his key priorities for Virginia’s 7th congressional district.

Derrick Anderson surpasses signature requirements with more than double the necessary signatures

March 18, 2024

Virginia’s 7th Congressional District candidate Derrick Anderson exceeds signature requirements, poised to secure spot on Virginia ballot.

Derrick Anderson Discusses Key Issues with Culpeper Star-Exponent

March 12, 2024

Derrick Anderson recently sat down with the Star-Exponent to discuss his campaign, where he highlighted critical topics such as national security, border control, agricultural sustainability, and veterans’ affairs.

Congressman Tom Emmer (R-MN) announces his support for Derrick Anderson

March 8, 2024

House Majority Whip Tom Emmer backs Derrick Anderson’s bid to turn Virginia’s 7th District red, boosting Anderson’s campaign as he aims to strengthen the GOP’s hold on the House.

Pennsylvania GOP Leader Backs Derrick Anderson for Virginia's 7th District Congressional Bid

February 28, 2024

U.S. House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson announced his endorsement of Derrick Anderson’s campaign, emphasizing Anderson’s dedication to bolstering American agriculture and rural interests

Pennsylvania GOP Leader Backs Derrick Anderson for Virginia's 7th District Congressional Bid

February 28, 2024

U.S. House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson announced his endorsement of Derrick Anderson’s campaign, emphasizing Anderson’s dedication to bolstering American agriculture and rural interests

Texas Congressman Pete Sessions Backs Derrick Anderson for Virginia's 7th District, Focused on Border Security

February 21, 2024

Texas Congressman Pete Sessions endorses Derrick Anderson for Virginia’s 7th District, citing shared commitment to border security as a key focus in the upcoming race.

Rep. Ronny Jackson Endorses Derrick Anderson for Virginia's 7th District Congressional Race

February 21, 2024

Rep. Ronny Jackson backs Derrick Anderson for Virginia’s 7th District, citing Anderson’s military service and conservative stance as key strengths in the race.

Derrick Anderson Criticizes Middle East Policies After Deadly Attack on U.S. Troops

January 30, 2024

Virginia’s 7th District congressional candidate Derrick Anderson speaks out against policies endangering U.S. troops in the Middle East following a tragic attack in Jordan, highlighting urgent concerns for national security.

Greene County Sheriff Endorses Derrick Anderson for Congress in Virginia's 7th District

January 30, 2024

Greene County Sheriff Steven S. Smith backs Derrick Anderson’s bid for Congress, citing Anderson’s strong ties to the district and unwavering support for law enforcement.

Stafford County GOP Leaders Rally Behind Derrick Anderson for Virginia's 7th District Congressional Race

January 25, 2024

Derrick Anderson secures endorsements from all three Republican members of the Stafford County Board of Supervisors, emphasizing his deep local roots and commitment to addressing community challenges.

Derrick Anderson Raises $300,000 in Bid for Virginia's 7th Congressional District

January 18, 2024

Derrick Anderson’s $300,000 fundraising success propels him as a formidable contender in Virginia’s 7th District race. With backing from national Republicans, Anderson pledges to tackle key district issues.

Derrick Anderson Shares Perspective on Israeli Offensive Against Hamas

December 24, 2023

Green Beret veteran Derrick Anderson shares his insights on Israel’s strategy to combat Hamas. Anderson weighs in on the ongoing conflict, offering his perspective on the challenges faced by Israeli forces.

Derrick Anderson Secures House Speaker's Endorsement for VA-07 Bid

December 21, 2023

House Speaker Mike Johnson endorses Derrick Anderson, a Green Beret veteran, for Virginia’s Seventh District, praising his commitment to conservative values and determination to advocate for the district’s interests in Congress.

Veteran Derrick Anderson Shares Perspective on Gaza Situation and Israeli Efforts

December 20, 2023

Derrick Anderson, drawing from his military experience, delves into the current Gaza situation, providing valuable insights into Israel’s operations and the prevailing challenges in the region.

November 24, 2023

Derrick Anderson, drawing on his military expertise, lends strong support to Israel’s operations in Gaza and questions the Biden Administration’s response to regional conflicts.

Derrick Anderson Shares Insights on Gaza Ceasefire, Cautions on Risks

November 24, 2023

Derek Anderson, with firsthand experience in IDF training, offers insights into the delicate ceasefire situation in Gaza, highlighting the risks and challenges ahead.

Derrick Anderson Highights Hamas' Manipulative Tactics in Gaza Conflict

November 17, 2023

Derrick Anderson offers insights into Hamas’ tactics, emphasizing Israel’s strategic response amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza.

Derrick Anderson Joins NewsNation to Discuss National Security and District Priorities

November 16, 2023
Republican Candidate Derrick Anderson shares his insights on Israel’s security challenges and local Virginia concerns during an interview, highlighting his commitment to addressing inflation, drug crises, and veterans’ needs in Virginia’s seventh congressional district.

Derrick Anderson Analyzes IDF's Gaza Tunnel Operation

October 26, 2023
Derrick Anderson provides strategic expertise as he discusses the challenges and tactics involved in navigating Gaza’s labyrinthine tunnel system amidst the ongoing conflict.

Derrick Anderson, Former Green Beret and IDF-Trained Expert, Analyzes Israel's Strategy Against Hamas

October 22, 2023
Derrick Anderson, with firsthand IDF training, provides expert insights into Israel’s tactical approach amidst escalating tensions in Gaza.

Insights from a Combat Veteran: Understanding the Reality Behind Conflict in the Middle East

October 19, 2023
Derrick Anderson, an IDF-trained combat veteran, delivers in-depth commentary on propaganda warfare, tunnel strategies, and moral decision-making in the Middle East.

Derrick Anderson Urges Strong Support for Israel Amid War In Gaza

October 18, 2023
Veteran and Virginia congressional candidate advocates for robust support for Israel and stresses the importance of showing strength in the Middle East amid the Biden administration’s challenges.

Derrick Anderson Shares Insights on National Security and Fiscal Responsibility

October 18, 2023
Former Green Beret and current Republican candidate for Virginia’s Congressional 7th District, Derrick Anderson, joins Salem: Wilkow! to emphasize his dedication to national security and fiscal responsibility priorities. 

Derrick Anderson Appears on Fox and Friends to Discuss His Congressional Campaign

October 7, 2023
With endorsements from key conservative figures and a focus on issues like inflation and national security, Anderson aims to bring unity and change to Virginia’s seventh congressional district.

Derrick Anderson Receives Major Endorsement from Senator Tom Cotton

October 5, 2023
Veteran Derrick Anderson secures Senator Tom Cotton’s endorsement in his bid to flip Virginia’s 7th Congressional District, amplifying his campaign’s momentum.

Combat Vet Derrick Anderson Steps Up for Political Service

October 1, 2023
Derrick Anderson, running for Virginia’s 7th Congressional District, discusses his journey from military service to politics and his commitment to representing the people who raised him.

Veteran Endorsements Boost Derrick Anderson's Congressional Bid

September 21, 2023
Derrick Anderson gains backing from Reps. Brian Mast and Mike Waltz, enhancing his campaign to win Virginia’s 7th District.

Combat Veteran Derrick Anderson Launches Congressional Bid to Amplify Veteran Voices in Government

September 20, 2023
Derrick Anderson, a combat veteran seeking office in Virginia, highlights Biden’s Afghanistan missteps as a driving force behind his congressional bid, advocating for increased veteran representation in national leadership.

Derrick Anderson Vows to Take on Overspending and Inflation in Congressional Bid

September 18, 2023
Derrick Anderson pledges a tireless campaign to represent Virginia’s 7th District, promising to combat overspending, tackle inflation, and advocate for a balanced budget in Washington.”

Pentagon should end 'woke' hunt for military extremism, says fmr Green Beret

July 22, 2022
Senate Armed Services Committee recommended the Pentagon halt its programs countering military extremism

Pentagon should end 'woke' hunt for military extremism, says fmr Green Beret

July 21, 2022
Pentagon should end ‘woke’ hunt for military extremism, says fmr Green Beret

Republicans Face Off To Take On Spanberger In Virginia GOP Primary

June 20, 2022
Six Republicans are facing off in the GOP primary for Virginia’s 7th congressional district on Tuesday, hoping to take on incumbent Democratic Rep. Abigail Spanberger in November.

Inflation cripples America's small businesses as consumer prices rise

June 19, 2022
Virginia congressional candidate Derrick Anderson joined ‘Fox & Friends Weekend’ to discuss why he is running for Congress and the impact inflation has on America’s small businesses. 

Afghanistan, and Biden’s hasty pull-out, prompted Army Ranger Anderson to run in VA-7 Congressional race

June 17, 2022
A former Army Ranger and lawyer seeks the Republican nomination to run for the 7th Congressional District seat.

Derrick Anderson Talks 7th District Campaign on 107WCHV

June 15, 2022
Derrick Anderson is on with Joe in the final week of the campaign for the 7th Congressional District GOP Nomination to face Rep Abigail Spanberger. He talks about the economy, inflation, the match-up with Rep Spanberger and some mailers that have been sent out by a third party PAC that promote his candidacy wile attacking another candidate.

Exclusive – Derrick Anderson: Democrat Abigail Spanberger Gets Permission from Nancy Pelosi and the ‘Squad’ to Appear Moderate

June 12, 2022
Virginia Republican House candidate Derrick Anderson said Democrat Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D-VA) “gets permission from Nancy Pelosi and the ‘Squad’ to vote a different way just so she can try to prop herself up” and appear moderate.

In Virginia’s 7th, GOP race to take on Spanberger is anybody’s game

June 10, 2022
Bryce Reeves was right at home in Spotsylvania County, but — locked in a tight six-way race in one of the state’s most competitive congressional GOP primaries — the state senator still had to make his case.

Northern Virginia lawmakers, candidates react to Uvalde massacre

June 1, 2022
After 19 children and two teachers were murdered in a Texas school shooting, area Democrats are offering several measures to combat such mass slayings. 

VA-07 GOP Race: Reeves’ New Ad, Green Beret PAC Backs Anderson, Vega Says No on Ukraine Aid Packages

June 1, 2022
In the race for the GOP nomination for Virginia’s 7th Congressional District, Derrick Anderson received an endorsement from a new PAC; Yesli Vega called for spending on the U.S. border, criticizing a recent Ukraine spending package; and State Senator Bryce Reeves (R-Spotsylvania) launched his second television ad, highlighting his “anti-woke” stance.

Memorial Day: Veterans launch Green Beret PAC to prevent another Afghanistan-style 'travesty'

May 30, 2022
Jason Bacon is launching the PAC to support former Green Berets and a Navy SEAL running for Congress in the midterm elections

Derrick Anderson, Alongside Other Green Berets, Shares Motivations for Congressional Run on Fox

May 14, 2022
Former Green Beret Derrick Anderson joins a panel discussion with other veteran candidates running for Congress, emphasizing the significance of leadership and service in their decision to pursue political office.

Exclusive — Former Green Beret Derrick Anderson Angling to Unseat Spanberger: She’s an ‘Opportunist’ Who Votes with Pelosi

April 22, 2022
Virginia Republican Derrick Anderson, a former Special Forces officer, believes Rep. Abigail Spanberger is an “opportunist” campaigning disingenuously as a moderate as she seeks reelection in Virginia’s newly redrawn toss-up Seventh District.

A former Green Beret, Anderson running for Congress 'to serve his community'

April 21, 2022
The pullback last year of all American troops from Afghanistan inspired Green Beret veteran Derrick Anderson, a Spotsylvania County native, to run for U.S. Congress.

GOP candidate’s $400K personal loan gives an edge in Va.’s 7th District

April 18, 2022
Determining who the Republican front-runner may be in Virginia’s crowded 7th Congressional District primary largely depends on how one wants to define “front-runner.”

19 Attorneys General Urge Supreme Court to Uphold Ruling Ordering Full Reinstatement of ‘Remain in Mexico’ Policy

April 18, 2022
Nineteen attorneys general, led by Indiana, have filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court in support of a lawsuit filed by Texas and Missouri against the Biden administration.

Virginia Q1 Congressional Fundraising Roundup

April 16, 2022
With only 3 Congressional seats expected to be competitive (all with Democratic incumbents), we’ll focus our round-up there. All information from www.fec.gov/data.

Derrick Anderson Attends Culpeper Sculpture Unveiling and Discusses Campaign

April 14, 2022
7th District Republican congressional candidate Derrick Anderson dropped by Culpeper today for the unveiling of the Lions Club eyeglasses sculpture in Rockwater Park. He sat down with the Star-Exponent after to talk about his campaign.

Derek Anderson Analyzes Russia's Strategy in Ukraine

March 20, 2022
Virginia congressional candidate Derek Anderson shares perspectives on Fox News regarding Russia’s military strategy amid the conflict in Ukraine.

Culpeper-area community briefs for March 15, 2022

March 15, 2022
Derrick Anderson, 7th District Congressional candidate, will be the Guest Speaker at Madison County Republican Women’s dinner meeting from 6-8 p.m. tonight, March 15 at Fellowship Baptist Church, 725 Gate Rd. in Madison.

Spanberger, GOP 7th District candidates from Spotsy react to State of the Union

March 2, 2022
Rep. Abigail Spanberger, D, 7th, and two Spotsylvania County Republicans seeking to run against her in November issued starkly different reactions to President Biden’s State of the Union Speech Tuesday night.

Derrick Anderson named to 'Young Guns on the Radar' list in 7th District congressional bid

February 28, 2022
Derrick Anderson, a Middle East combat veteran and Republican candidate for Congress in Virginia’s 7th District, was recently named to the “Young Guns on the Radar” list of House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy and the National Republican Congressional Campaign Committee.

Culpeper-area briefs for Feb. 22, 2022

February 22, 2022
The public is invited to free Health Matters program at noon today, Feb. 22 at Powell Wellness Center in Culpeper.

Biden, with Spanberger in Culpeper, urges lower prescription drug prices

February 10, 2022
President Joe Biden visited a heavily Republican rural stronghold in Virginia on Thursday to join Rep. Abigail Spanberger, D-7th, to push Congress to take action on proposals to reduce the price of insulin and other prescription drugs.

Spanberger ends year with $3 million in bank as midterm campaign fields take shape

February 1, 2022
Rep. Abigail Spanberger, D-7th, ended last year with $3 million in the bank to defend her congressional seat, now anchored in Northern Virginia instead of the Richmond suburbs, in midterm elections to determine political control of Congress.

Derrick Anderson gets endorsement from rival in 7th District bid, says he's raised $290,000 for campaign

January 27, 2022
Derrick Anderson won an endorsement from a former rival in the crowded field of Republican challengers to Democratic Rep. Abigail Spanberger in the new 7th Congressional District.

Derrick Anderson seeks to challenge Spanberger in new 7th as GOP field takes shape

January 6, 2022
Derrick Anderson, a former Green Beret with six tours of duty in overseas conflicts for the U.S. Army, is making clear he’s still in the race to represent the newly configured 7th Congressional District, which includes his native Spotsylvania County.

It's Time Virginia's 7th District Had Real Leadership in Washington

October 15, 2021
Several weeks ago, my family and I visited a familiar camping spot at Lake Anna in Central Virginia.  At the time, the withdrawal in Afghanistan had been announced and was underway, the debate over the infrastructure bill was beginning to take form, and Virginia as a whole became the national battleground for public education. 

Derrick Anderson Launches Congressional Bid in Virginia's 7th District

October 22, 2021
Derrick Anderson, a former Green Beret with deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan, enters the political arena, driven by his frustration with the Biden Administration’s handling of the Afghanistan withdrawal and a steadfast commitment to serving the constituents of Virginia’s 7th Congressional District.

Central Virginia Native and Combat Veteran Vies for Congressional Seat

October 15, 2021
Derrick Anderson kicks off his congressional campaign, emphasizing his dedication to infrastructure investment and rural development in Central Virginia.

Where Are You, Mr. President?

September 11, 2021
This past June, I visited the graves of two of my former Green Berets, Jason McDonald and Scott Studenmund.  Both interred at Arlington National Cemetery, and both killed on June 9, 2014 in the largest friendly fratricide incident in the history of our war in Afghanistan.

Making The Right Call In The Moment, For The Long Term

July 11, 2018
“I’m the commander of this team. This is my team. I miss my guys tremendously. But at the end of the day, there’s nothing that myself or my Team Sergeant did that day or failed to do that day that caused that incident to happen. There’s a thousand different things that can happen during firefight missions. We made the decisions that we thought were best at the time on the ground for the guys that were getting shot at.”