Former Army JAG here. No quarter orders are a violation of the law of war and Geneva conventions. This is the same order reportedly given during the Caribbean boat strikes. @SecWar is establishing a pattern of issuing illegal orders. I’ve trained hundreds of soldiers on the law of war — our service members have an obligation to follow that law.

It was great to attend the inaugural Celebra Prince William Fest! 
What a wonderful opportunity to come together and celebrate the rich Latino culture, traditions, and heritage that help make Prince William County such a special place to call home. ¡Gracias, Prince William!

The proposed merger between NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy would raise electricity prices for consumers. 🚨I joined @SenWarren and @RepSuhas in warning the FERC that this merger could leave ratepayers footing the bill while the enlarged company delays critical grid upgrades and evades federal scrutiny. cbsnews.com/news/nextera-dom…

Virginians shouldn’t have to pay higher electricity bills to subsidize the massive energy demands of data centers. That’s why I introduced the Make Data Centers Pay Act. We must ensure that billion-dollar corporations pay their fair share instead of passing the costs on to Virginia ratepayers. More in @NextGovFCW 👇

Today, I joined a bipartisan, bicameral small group meeting with President Zelenskyy. One thing was clear: outrage over Trump’s decision to make it easier for Russia to finance its brutal war against Ukraine crosses party lines. My colleagues and I may disagree on plenty, but we agree that the United States should be tightening sanctions on Putin and helping Ukraine defend civilians, not rewarding him as Russian missiles continue to rain down on Ukraine. Every concession to Putin without accountability only emboldens his aggression. Trump is shamefully and dishonorably sustaining Putin’s brutal war, with devastating consequences for our allies in Ukraine, NATO, and American credibility. My colleagues on both sides of the aisle must speak out, stand together, and demand that this administration stop this betrayal.

Political intimidation has no place in our democracy, and it will not deter me from doing my job and serving the people of Virginia's Seventh District.

→ Vindman introduces the Make Data Centers Pay Act: The bill by @RepVindman (D-Va.) aims to protect households and small businesses from rising electricity costs driven by data centers and AI by requiring facilities with electricity demands of at least 20 megawatts to

I was honored to meet so many federal employees at the NARFE Chapter 1270 luncheon.   These are dedicated public servants who have spent their careers serving our country, supporting our communities, and keeping our government running.   Thank you for your service and for all you do!

Thank you to the students and faculty at the Dahlgren School for such a warm welcome last week! I enjoyed sharing a little about my military service, answering thoughtful questions, and seeing firsthand the curiosity and enthusiasm these students bring to the classroom. Our next generation of leaders has a bright future ahead, and I can't wait to see all they accomplish!

That’s right! The statute of limitations shouldn't be a get-out-of-jail-free card for people who lie to Congress. My bill gives prosecutors more time to hold liars accountable.

On Thursday, I attended the 4th Annual Regional Housing Summit to discuss the importance of expanding access to affordable housing across our region. Making Virginia a more affordable place to live, work, and raise a family is one of my top priorities in Congress.   Thank you to the Regional Housing Assembly for the invitation and for bringing together leaders committed to addressing our region’s housing needs.

Today, my district office received a suspicious package similar to those sent to other congressional offices across the country. Our office was evacuated, and I’m grateful that my staff is safe. I want to thank the Prince William County Police and Fire Departments, as well as federal law enforcement, for their swift response and professionalism. Political violence and intimidation have no place in our democracy. Those responsible must be held accountable.

On Tuesday, I joined About Women OB/GYN for a meaningful conversation about the challenges facing our health care system and the future of women’s health in our community. Every woman deserves access to quality, affordable care at every stage of life. Thank you to the About Women OB/GYN team for the important work you do and for taking the time to share your perspectives!

Cases of mail theft and check fraud are growing, putting families, businesses, and communities at risk. I’m leading legislation to strengthen the U.S. Postal Service OIG’s ability to investigate postal employee misconduct, mail theft, and check fraud. This bill will ensure federal investigators have the personnel, training, and resources they need to do their jobs and help protect the integrity of our mail system. starexponent.com/news/local/…

I'm glad President Trump ultimately reversed course on plans to live-stream Nidal Hasan's execution, but we should never have reached this point in the first place. Turning an execution into a televised spectacle is un-American. Our justice system must uphold the rule of law and the dignity of our institutions. Today, I introduced legislation to ensure no future administration can authorize the live-streaming of executions in the United States.

Trump’s reckless war with Iran has sent gas, diesel, and grocery prices skyrocketing. Now, just weeks before the midterms, he’s turning to Vladimir Putin to bail him out with a diesel deal. This isn’t the first time @POTUS has made a deal with the devil, and it certainly won’t be the last.

Neabsco Community Day was a wonderful celebration of community. It’s always great to spend time with my Prince William County neighbors. Thank you to Supervisor Angry for organizing this event and to all who came out to make it a success!

I’m proud to have earned an A from Defend The Vote Action Fund for my record of fighting corruption, protecting voting rights, and standing up for the voice and vote of Virginians in VA-07. I’m grateful for this recognition and will keep working to ensure our democracy works for everyone.

On Tuesday, I celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Chesapeake Bay and Watershed Report Card and a major milestone: the Bay earned its highest score in 40 years!  This progress is a testament to the hard work of the communities, conservationists, and partners dedicated to protecting and restoring the Chesapeake Bay.  We must continue building on this momentum to preserve this vital natural resource for future generations.

Our troops should never be asked to carry out the political will of a president at the expense of our democracy. That’s why I’m backing @RepPatRyanNY’s legislation to prevent the president from weaponizing the military to interfere with our elections. Congress must make clear that Americans’ right to vote must remain free from intimidation, coercion, and military interference.