
Former special forces soldier seeking to flip Virginia House seat lands veteran GOP lawmaker's endorsement
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Virginia House candidate and former U.S. Army Special Forces Green Beret Derrick Anderson has been endorsed by Rep. Jen Kiggans, a former helicopter pilot for the U.S. Navy.
"I am honored to endorse Derrick Anderson who is running to represent Virginia’s 7th Congressional District," Kiggans said in a statement to Fox News Digital. "Derrick’s commonsense conservative approach is exactly what Washington needs. As a fellow veteran, I know Derrick will work tirelessly to advocate for a strong military and the mission of strengthening our great nation." Kyle Morris covers politics for Fox News. Story tips can be sent via email and on X: @RealKyleMorris.
Offering his appreciation for Kiggans' support, Anderson told Fox News Digital that the congresswoman has proved that sending a "fighter to Congress pays off" for the commonwealth.