Who Is Running in Virginia Congressional District 7th in 2026?
Last updated: March 4, 2026
Yevgeny Vindman
(Incumbent)Economy
HighYevgeny Vindman advocates for policies supporting workers, small businesses, and a stable economy. He co-sponsored the PRO Act to empower workers with collective bargaining rights, citing his upbringing in a labor family and the role of unions in building the middle class. He introduced bipartisan legislation to help Americans prepare for retirement and launched the Congressional Lowering Utility Bills Caucus. Additionally, he led a bipartisan effort to expand Small Business Administration lending eligibility for residential developers to boost housing supply.
Immigration
HighYevgeny Vindman voted against the Fiscal Year 2026 DHS appropriations bill, specifically opposing a proposed ICE mega detention center in Stafford, Virginia, citing community safety and health concerns. He emphasized that secure borders should not be cruel. Vindman also voted against HR 3486, which sought to impose stringent minimum sentences for noncitizens, advocating for comprehensive immigration reforms instead of punitive measures.
Healthcare
HighYevgeny Vindman supports maintaining Obamacare benefits and protecting access to healthcare. He co-led the "Linking Seniors to Needed Legal Services Act" to strengthen coordination between health and legal providers for seniors. Vindman also advocates for improved rural healthcare by funding essential centers and addressing worker shortages. He aims to enhance the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide world-class care, including mental healthcare, and supports codifying reproductive healthcare rights nationwide, opposing bans on abortion, IVF, or contraceptives.
Republican Candidate
No Republican candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.
| Issue | Yevgeny Vindman |
|---|---|
| Economy | Yevgeny Vindman advocates for policies supporting workers, small businesses, and a stable economy. He co-sponsored the PRO Act to empower workers with collective bargaining rights, citing his upbringing in a labor family and the role of unions in building the middle class. He introduced bipartisan legislation to help Americans prepare for retirement and launched the Congressional Lowering Utility Bills Caucus. Additionally, he led a bipartisan effort to expand Small Business Administration lending eligibility for residential developers to boost housing supply. High |
| Immigration | Yevgeny Vindman voted against the Fiscal Year 2026 DHS appropriations bill, specifically opposing a proposed ICE mega detention center in Stafford, Virginia, citing community safety and health concerns. He emphasized that secure borders should not be cruel. Vindman also voted against HR 3486, which sought to impose stringent minimum sentences for noncitizens, advocating for comprehensive immigration reforms instead of punitive measures. High |
| Healthcare | Yevgeny Vindman supports maintaining Obamacare benefits and protecting access to healthcare. He co-led the "Linking Seniors to Needed Legal Services Act" to strengthen coordination between health and legal providers for seniors. Vindman also advocates for improved rural healthcare by funding essential centers and addressing worker shortages. He aims to enhance the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide world-class care, including mental healthcare, and supports codifying reproductive healthcare rights nationwide, opposing bans on abortion, IVF, or contraceptives. High |
| Climate & Energy | Research pending more substantial sources. Low |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Eugene Vindman supports abortion rights and opposes bans on reproductive healthcare, including IVF and contraceptives. He plans to restore Roe's protections nationwide by passing the Women's Health Protection Act and guarantee funding for care providers. Vindman states he will fight to ensure women's rights are not dependent on politicians, citing that his teenage daughter has fewer rights than previous generations. He is endorsed by Reproductive Freedom for All. High |
| Foreign Policy | Congressman Eugene Vindman strongly advocates for U.S. support of Ukrainian allies, including financial and military resources, to defeat Russia and uphold a rules-based international order. He co-led bipartisan efforts to crack down on cartel smuggling operations and introduced legislation to defend against foreign digital scam networks. Vindman voted to pass a bipartisan defense bill to strengthen national security, emphasizing support for military families. High |
| Education | Yevgeny Vindman supports public education, emphasizing investment in it as crucial for student success. He believes Congress plays an important role in providing resources for high-quality public education, while respecting local needs. He also announced a Congressional Art Competition for high school students in his district and states he has passed bills to invest in students' futures. He expresses support for strengthening schools and combating book bans. High |
| Gun Policy | Yevgeny Vindman advocates for gun safety legislation, including universal background checks, national red flag laws, and requirements for training, certification, licensing, and safe storage of firearms. He co-sponsored the Assault Weapons Ban of 2025 (HR3115) and voted to provide non-lethal options to law enforcement. Vindman connects his position to ensuring children feel safe in schools and communities, referencing a personal experience with a school lockdown. High |
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