Democrat Vindman, known as a Trump whistleblower, wins competitive Virginia House race
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Virginia’s Tightest Congressional Race Decided in 2024Eugene Vindman narrowly defeated Derrick Anderson in Virginia’s 7th District, marking a setback for GOP’s 2024 House ambitions.
Key FactsNov 7, 2024 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- Eugene Vindman won the open 7th District seat after incumbent Abigail Spanberger chose to run for governor in 2025.
- Vindman gained national attention as a whistleblower during former President Trump’s first impeachment process.
- His campaign emphasized abortion rights and democracy protection, contrasting with Anderson’s focus on economic issues.
- Republican Jen Kiggans retained Virginia’s 2nd District seat by defeating Democratic challenger Missy Cotter Smasal in a competitive race.
It’s a testament to the power of the American experience, that an immigrant who escaped a Soviet Regime and came to this great nation with less than $800 in our pockets, would now stand here as a Congressman-elect of the United States House of Representatives.— Eugene Vindman after winning the election in Virginia.
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