James R. Walkinshaw

Civil Rights

In Congress, James will support legislation to expand federal non-discrimination protections, add sexual orientation and gender identity to the Fair Housing Act, and require colleges and universities to strengthen anti-harassment programs and Title IX enforcement. Learn more

In Congress, James will fight to pass the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act and the Freedom to Vote Act, protect election workers from intimidation, ban partisan gerrymandering, and defend democratic institutions from political interference. He will also support stronger ethics and transparency rules to restore public trust and ensure accountability in government. Learn more

Criminal Justice / Public Safety

In Congress, James will work to reauthorize and strengthen the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) by improving services for victims, addressing the needs of underserved communities, and protecting the rights of non-citizen survivors to seek immigration relief. Learn more

In Congress, James will advocate for justice reform and defend due process while ensuring that law enforcement resources are focused on violent crime. He will support increased funding for the COPS program and prioritize evidence-based, community-oriented policing. Learn more

Defense / Veterans

In Congress, James will fight for improved oversight of the VA, stronger mental health care and suicide prevention programs, and enhanced survivor benefits to ensure our veterans and their families receive the support and respect they’ve earned. Learn more

Economy

James has said since the first time it was proposed: a casino in Fairfax County just doesn’t make sense. Learn more

James believes we must embrace the next generation of technology—including Artificial Intelligence (AI), space and quantum technologies, and blockchain—to create new economic opportunities. Blockchain, for example, can reduce administrative costs for businesses and lower fees for consumers. Congress should establish modern, risk-based regulatory frameworks that support responsible innovation and prevent abuse. Learn more

Education

In Congress, James will fight to protect the Department of Education, fully fund IDEA and Title I, and increase support for military-connected students through the federal Impact Aid program. Learn more

Environment / Energy

In Congress, James will support bold federal investments in clean energy innovation, energy efficiency, and electrification. He’ll also fight to strengthen protections for clean air and water and accelerate restoration of the Chesapeake Bay. Learn more

Foreign Policy

In Congress, James will fight to ensure that weapons and aid continue flowing to Ukraine, including long-range artillery, air defense systems, and critical training for Ukrainian forces. He will advocate for sustained economic and humanitarian support to keep schools open, hospitals running, and government services functioning amidst war. He believes Russia should bear the cost of reconstruction, and will push to repurpose frozen Russian sovereign assets and oligarch wealth to help rebuild Ukraine’s infrastructure. Learn more

James will also work to close sanctions loopholes that allow Russian goods and technologies to flow through third-party countries, and he will champion stronger efforts to combat disinformation and reinforce democratic institutions at home and abroad. Learn more

Ukraine’s fight is our fight. James believes that if the United States fails to stop Putin in Kyiv, we invite further aggression around the world. He will stand firmly with the Ukrainian people until they achieve victory—and a lasting peace on their terms. Learn more

Guns

In Congress, he will support legislation to ban assault weapons and high-capacity magazines, close the Charleston loophole, require background checks on all gun sales, and oppose federal concealed carry mandates that override state protections. Learn more

James has prioritized implementing and promoting Fairfax County’s Red Flag Law, which helps keep firearms out of the hands of abusers and individuals who pose a risk to themselves or others. Because of those efforts, Fairfax County leads Virginia in securing firearms from dangerous individuals. Learn more

Healthcare

In Congress, James will support legislation to lower prescription drug prices, expand access to primary and mental health care, and protect and strengthen the Affordable Care Act. Learn more

He’ll oppose cuts to NIH, Planned Parenthood, and life-saving research. He will fight for investments in maternal health, push for universal paid family and medical leave, and defend Medicaid and Medicare from Republican attempts to cut them. Learn more

Housing

Across the country, American families are facing a shortage of affordable homes, rising rents, and underfunded federal housing programs. In Congress, James will support legislation to strengthen the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), increase funding for the Housing Trust Fund, and incentivize local governments to reform restrictive zoning laws to allow more housing options. Learn more

Immigration

In Congress, James will support comprehensive immigration reform that creates a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants, protects Dreamers, and secures family reunification. He will oppose efforts to criminalize asylum seekers, fight back against xenophobic rhetoric and policies, and support improvements to legal immigration processes to reduce backlogs and make our system more humane, efficient, and fair. Learn more

Infrastructure / Transportation

In Congress, James will fight for robust federal investment in public transit, rail, and road infrastructure, with a focus on reducing commute times, supporting economic development, and tackling climate change. He will advocate for transit-oriented development, expanded bus and rail networks, and the modernization of infrastructure to serve a growing and dynamic region. Learn more