GREENE COUNTY, VA — Congressman Eugene Vindman (Va.-07) spent time traveling across the Seventh Congressional District this week. He received classified briefings at the Naval Support Facility Dahlgren, hosted a Senior’s Roundtable where over 30 seniors attended, met with the Chief and staff of the FXBG Police Department, and heard from neighbors dealing with flood damage from last year’s hurricanes on Rocky Road in Greene County.
Vindman visits the Naval Support Facility Dahlgren
At Dahlgren, Congressman Vindman spent over 7 hours on base discussing strategy, hearing firsthand experiences, and further understanding how his office can deliver for military families and active-duty personnel. Captain Townsend, the commanding officer of the base, and the 19th Space Defense Squadron were eager to welcome Vindman.
Vindman said, “As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, I am always looking for ways to better understand the unique needs of the bases across the Seventh District. In my first few months as your Representative, I am proud to have personally visited all three installations across the District. I will continue to deliver real results for our community’s military families, service members, and vets.”
Vindman learns more from the 19th Space Defense Squadron. Click here for more photos.
Vindman hosts Seniors Roundtable
Over 32 seniors showed up to the Potomac Community Library in Prince William County for a lively discussion on issues facing themselves and their neighbors who call Virginia’s Seventh District home. Vindman spoke with folks ages 54, 99, and everywhere in between who were concerned with the future of Medicare, benefit options, the price of prescription drugs, and the uncertainty surrounding Social Security payments.
“Some people describe Medicare and Social Security as entitlements, when really, these are benefits folks have paid into and earned through a lifetime of work,” said Vindman.
Vindman invites 99-year-old neighbor to the Capitol and discusses issues she faces in the Prince William County community. Click here for more photos.
Vindman meets with Fredericksburg Police Department
Chief Layton toured Vindman and his team around the Fredericksburg Police Department before sitting down for a briefing on the state of affairs. Law enforcement leadership shared their pride in receiving national accreditation, the benefits of having a forensic lab on site, importance of a well-run emergency operations center, and recruitment efforts. The Department has only five open positions before considering itself fully staffed.
“As a 25-year veteran and an Army prosecutor, I can appreciate how difficult the jobs are for every first responder in our community. I will fight to deliver the resources law enforcement needs to keep our communities safe and infrastructure up to date,” said Vindman.
Vindman listens to Chief Layton and team brief him on the state of the Department and efforts to keep the Fredericksburg community safe. Click here for more photos.
Vindman listens to neighbors in Greene County
Since 2018, neighbors living on Rocky Road in Greene County have dealt with numerous negative impacts from natural disasters and the floods that follow. Specifically last year, both Tropical Storm Debbie and Hurricane Helene flooded the small, dirt road allowing for ingress and egress from 11 properties and over 40 people. The health, safety, and wellness of these folks continues to be at risk. Vindman left this meeting determined to work with local, state, and federal partners to find a fix.
Vindman said, “This is not just a property issue, this is a health and safety issue. I am going to talk to local, state, and federal officials to see what we can do to help these folks out and make sure they are heard by their government.”
Vindman hears neighbors describe how far left the river has moved and the danger this poses to their families, properties, and future. Click here for more photos and click here for b-roll.
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