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I'm running for Congress to stop Trump's dangerous agenda and deliver for Fairfax.

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Meet James

James Walkinshaw was born and raised in Northern Virginia and has devoted his career to ensuring that our community remains a great place to live, work, and raise a family. During more than a decade of service as Chief of Staff to Congressman Gerry Connolly, James oversaw all aspects of the Congressman’s office and served as his chief adviser on a host of issues, working closely with state and local officials. He is currently serving his second term representing the Braddock District on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. James, his wife Yvette, and their son Mateo live in the Truro neighborhood.

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Thank You

I’m honored—and deeply humbled—to share that, with record-setting turnout and an overwhelming margin, I have been elected to serve as the Congressman for Virginia’s 11th District.

This victory is not mine alone. It belongs to every family, every volunteer, every grassroots supporter, and every Virginian who stood up to say the reckless Trump agenda must come to an end. I am grateful to my wife, Yvette, and our son, Mateo; to my family and in-laws; to the Connolly family, whose courage inspired our campaign; and to Gerry Connolly, whose legacy of principled leadership lights the way forward. I am deeply thankful to our campaign team, to the volunteers who gave their time and energy, and to the thousands of grassroots donors who fueled this effort.

Thanks to you, we dealt a major blow to Donald Trump. This is the first of a series of victories for Democrats: together we’ll elect Abigail Spanberger Governor this November, and take back Congress in 2026. Thank you for your trust, your support, and your partnership in this fight.

Congressman James Walkinshaw
Virginia's 11th District