WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Representative Abigail Spanberger today released the following statement after speaking one-on-one with White House Chief of Staff Ron Klain about the ongoing formula shortage in Virginia and across the country. The mission is I want to change the lives of ordinary people.. Marc Polymeropoulos, a fellow former operations officer who retired after suffering symptoms consistent with Havana syndrome, says Spanberger brings an insider's knowledge of the challenges faced by the CIA and other agencies. 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Dave Brat", "Former CIA Officer Abigail Spanberger is on a mission for Virginia's 7th District", Who are they? I know because I wrote up those reports you know, theres fighting with these two factions and this is what it means.'. Spanberger faced a close reelection contest against State Delegate Nick Freitas, who represents much of the congressional district's northern portion. Washington Rep. Pramila Jayapal, who chairs the Congressional Progressive Caucus, said the group is preparing an "executive action agenda" to present to the president following their own retreat. You have to think of multiple levels; you have to be very strategic. If anything, being a Republican target means youve got to be more collaborative than a lot of other offices, he added. she mused. She grew up in Henrico County, Virginia, and is a proud graduate of the University of Virginia. [25] She was also boosted by Joe Biden narrowly carrying the district;[26] Biden is the first Democrat to win what is now the 7th since 1948. Spanberger, a former CIA case officer who unseated former Rep. Dave Brat (R-VA) in 2018, has been in a heated battle to retain her swing seat, with nonpartisan handicapper Cook Political Report. They wrote that if the allegations were true, they amounted to "a flagrant disregard for the law" and "a threat to all we have sworn to protect. Look, I love the Senate. In the past week, LegiStorm added: To see staff salaries for aides in the personal office of Rep. Abigail Spanberger, select a time period below. ABC News Send "GMA" your Why It Matters video about which issues inspires you to vote and explore our midterms coverage. Virginia Democratic Rep. Abigail Spanberger told CNN Friday morning that she spoke with Klain twice in the last two days to discuss the shortage, saying that Klain told her the White House views . "[31] Downie quoted progressive Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who had noted that no swing-district House Democrat who co-sponsored Medicare for All lost their seat, and had remarked in response to Spanberger's comments that "not a single member of Congress that I'm aware of campaigned on socialism or defunding the police in this general election. Freitas carried eight of the district's ten counties, as Brat had done two years earlier. They live in Glen Allen, Virginia. She argued that Democrats should watch Republican ads before deciding how to talk about issues and "not ever use the word 'socialist' or 'socialism' ever again". In the weeks since she was named to the intelligence committee, Spanberger says she's already recognizing some of the names and programs in the classified materials she's receiving. Rep. Spanberger supports a national response that invests in preventing overdoses, expanding access to treatment, and supporting individuals in recovery from addiction as they seek to reclaim their health and well-being. [43] She voted for a bill that included funding for border infrastructure, technology at ports of entry and more customs and border patrol agents. 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In the U.S. House, Abigail serves on the House Foreign Affairs Committee and House Agriculture Committee. When expanded it provides a list of search options that will switch the search inputs to match the current selection. On November 5, days after winning reelection by a margin of 1.8%,[27] Spanberger criticized the Democratic Party's strategy for the 2020 elections in a phone call with other Democratic caucus members that was subsequently leaked. Rep. Spanberger knows that the United States today faces many foreign threats from its adversaries, and she believes that a strong diplomatic presence is a core component of our national security and must not be lessened or ignored. Postal Service. But Spanberger again prevailed by winning the district's shares of Henrico and Chesterfield counties by a combined 43,400 votes, five times her overall margin of 8,400 votes. It may not be having the Cabinet or the president in your district every other week," New Hampshire Rep. Ann Kuster told NPR. Rep. Abigail Spanberger on Twitter: "RT @PWCPolice: Thank you to Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger for meeting with #PWCPD @ChiefNewsham and Senior Staff today at our Central District Station to review current concerns in our #community. Spanberger, a former CIA case officer who unseated former Rep. Dave Brat (R-VA) in 2018, has been in a heated battle to retain her swing seat, with nonpartisan handicapper Cook Political Report. The "Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act" Would Allow Flavored and Unflavored Whole Milk in Participating Schools WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Representative Abigail Spanberger helped reintroduce a bipartisan bill to allow unflavored and flavored whole milk to be offered in Virginia's school cafeterias. [50], According to FiveThirtyEight's congressional vote tracker, Spanberger voted with President Donald Trump 6.9% of the timeabout one seventh of the expected tally (49.1%) when factoring in the district's partisan leaning and general partisanship in Congress. A vote for my opponent will be a vote for the Nancy Pelosi liberal agenda, he said. I will always love the Senate, Jones said. [Podcast: These Democratic women dont want to be show ponies]. Strengthening Workforce Training & Apprenticeships After college, Abigail moved to Germany and earned her MBA from a dual-degree German-American program between the GISMA business school and Purdue University. It was like going from General Motors to a startup, he said. In an interview, Goss described his experience with overseeing intelligence while in Congress as frustrating., The tensions are greater than when I was there, he said, blaming polarization both in Congress and within the spy agencies. Note that the salary index for a given time period does not necessarily reflect exactly who is on staff at the present time. The mission isnt just Go, Democrats, go, he said. [52], Spanberger supports banning members of Congress from trading stocks. Also, aides for any relevant committees, leadership offices, campaign committees and leadership PACs will not be included here, nor do we have data for unpaid staff such as interns or people who are "detailed" from the GAO, executive branch or private sector. Trading in his role as Dianne Feinsteins legislative director, he moved over to the House, accepting a job as chief of staff for newcomer Abigail Spanberger. Not a lot of people would do that, Jones said. When she saw partisan politics and division threatening the country she dedicated her life to defend, Abigail decided to run for Congress. "Those are the kinds of stories that people stop to think 'Oh, I have a better commute' or 'Oh, I'm working from home because I have better internet service.' Those votes can be tricky because we dont have very much time.. Now, shes a third-term Democratic congresswoman from Virginia who was just named to one of two committees that oversees the work of America's spy agencies. This button displays the currently selected search type. "Abigail Spanberger is . Spanberger also co-sponsored the Elijah Cummings Lower Drug Costs Now Act, which grants Medicare Part D the power to negotiate prescription prices directly with drug companies. staff members, chiefs of staff, legislative directors, they can buy and sell stock too. Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D-Va.), a former CIA case officer and one of a bevy of national security-savvy freshmen Democrats, took to the House floor last Tuesday as part of a bipartisan group. '', President Bill Clinton cut to the heart of the matter during his grand jury testimony in the Monica Lewinsky affair in 1998 when he infamously said: It all depends on what the meaning of the word is is.. . As a Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, she will continue to voice her unwavering support for U.S. diplomats, law enforcement, intelligence officers, and civil servants who work every day at home and abroad to identify dangerous threats, prevent tragedies, and save American lives. [18] She won the November 6 general election by just over 6,600 votes. Spanberger is a former Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) officer. You have permission to edit this article. He told voters in 1992: ''You cannot be president of the United States if you don't have faith. And now we're having wonderful conversations about how to help the American people in their day-to-day lives. She supports maintaining federal funding to Planned Parenthood and other providers that provide essential healthcare screenings and preventive services to both women and men. Those did not trickle down to employees.. She'll know how to fix things., You could fill a book with the eyebrow-raising Bush-isms of President George W. Bush. Speaking in 2002 in Nashville, during the run-up to the invasion of Iraq, Bush had this to say about Iraqs threat to the United States: There's an old saying in Tennessee I know it's in Texas, probably in Tennessee that says, fool me once, shame on shame on you. Lyndon B. Johnson once had this to say about Gerald Ford: Gerry Ford is so dumb he can't fart and chew gum at the same time. Ford was a congressional leader while Johnson was president. Miles Taylor, Chief of Staff to the United States Secretary of Homeland Security (2019) (Forward) Christine Todd Whitman, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (2001-2003) and Governor of New Jersey (1994-2001) (Forward) "Overall I am not a supporter of the Green New Deal", she said. [67][64], Spanberger opposed Democrats' attempts to amend the Insurrection Act of 1807, saying that amending the rarely used law would not accomplish what Democrats intended. "How do you make that real; how do you tell that story?" 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Not only will they see their health care premiums rise, their benefits will be cut while Abigail Spanberger stands idly by. Charlotte McWilliams met Spanberger when they were trainee officers before going to the CIA's academy in rural Virginia known as The Farm. They were both sent on to overseas postings Spanberger in Europe, McWilliams in Africa and bonded over their shared experiences doing clandestine work while becoming new mothers at the same time. Democratic Rep. Abigail Spanberger greets voters on Saturday, Nov. 5 in Woodbridge, VA. . Spanbergers blue and white yard signs have a single, small star a subtle reference to her work in the agency but apart from that she actually does not reference her work much when campaigning, though she does emphasis service, honor, and American values in her speeches. Now, she's a third-term Virginia congresswoman who was just named to one of two committees that oversees the work of U.S.. Abigail Anne Spanberger (ne Davis, August 7, 1979) is an American politician serving as the U.S. representative from Virginia's 7th congressional district since 2019. She applied for a job with the CIA and had a confidential offer by 2002. [74][75] She is a Protestant. She was hired by Royall & Company (now EAB). But I have never had this much fun on the Hill as Im having now., The Source for news on Capitol Hill since 1955. We live in a stream of history.. [19] While Brat won eight of the district's ten counties, Spanberger dominated the two largest counties, Henrico and Chesterfield, by a combined margin of over 30,000 votes. Spanbergers chief of staff says House is like a startup, Roscoe Jones Jr. relishes chambers fast pace after move from the Senate. Virginia Republican Police Chief Endorses Spanberger; Denounces Yesli Vega's False Comments on Rape-Related Pregnancy and her Defense of January 6th Insurrectionists. Last updated on Jan 30, 2021. [43], Spanberger has called for the passage of the USMCA trade deal negotiated between the Trump administration, Mexico, and Canada. You can cancel at any time. If you want to be a plumber, you've got to know about plumbing, he said. [58], Spanberger has called for a new version of the Federal Assault Weapons Ban that expired in 2004. Part of that unity is aimed at opposing what members call "an extreme Republican agenda." I bowled a 129. Bush. Corporations got permanent tax cuts, permanent tax cuts, Spanberger responded. "It's by working together, having Cabinet members and officials from the government come to our districts.". Reinforcing the Importance of Diplomacy & Our Relationships with U.S. She has voiced her support for stronger border security measures but opposes Trump's proposed wall. I spoke with White House Chief of Staff Ron Klain yesterday and today about the urgency of this shortage. Although Biden hasn't officially announced his reelection bid, it's widely expected he will seek another term, which means his fate and those of House Democrats are likely tied together. Abigail Spanberger spoke with voters at a campaign event in June in Midlothian, . So don't feel sorry for don't cry for me, Argentina. She's trustworthy, said Hurd, who left Congress after the 2020 election. The congresswoman said that voters sent Biden to the White House "to be normal and stop the. [20], In a visit to the district, former Trump adviser Steve Bannon described it as "an absolute bellwether of the entire country", adding that losing the district would mean the GOP losing control of the House. Abigail Spanberger May 2020 - Nov 2020 7 months. The Republican political action committee, known as the Congressional Leadership Fund, ran ads claiming she worked at a school that produced some of the worlds most dangerous terrorists. WASHINGTON As former CIA Director David Petraeus recently told the House Intelligence Committee about the needs of the agency's workforce, one of the committees youngest members flashed a knowing smile and began to nod. "[31][32], After the 2020 United States redistricting cycle, Spanberger's district was radically redrawn, and no longer included her home in Henrico County. "We continue to draw the contrast with Republicans who voted 'no' but want to take the dough," said Texas Rep. Veronica Escobar. Spanberger, Kelly Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Award Congressional Gold Medal to Americans Who Served & Fought Bravely in WWII Prior to Americas Entry. Here are 4 things they say about the economy, Coming up on Connections: Friday, March 3, 2023, Ukraine is dominating the election in Estonia, a key NATO ally. Expanding Access to Affordable Healthcare Coverage [50], As of June 2022, Spanberger had voted in line with Joe Biden's stated position 100% of the time. Rep. Spanberger released a statement : Spanberger Votes with Bipartisan Majority to Condemn World's Worst Dictators, Calls for House GOP Leadership to Also Bring Bills to the Floor to Address. [2] Spanberger was later a page for U.S. Democratic U.S. Rep. Abigail Spanberger held onto her seat Tuesday evening, per the Associated Press, beating back a challenge by Yesli Vega, a Trump-endorsed county supervisor who made national headlines for her inaccurate comments on pregnancies resulting from rape. 24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events. We have each others backs.. She attended John Randolph Tucker High School. [17], In August, the Congressional Leadership Fund, a super PAC closely aligned with Republican Speaker of the House Paul Ryan, conducted a smear campaign against Spanberger. Meet Abigail. Supporting 7th District Businesses & Entrepreneurs [48][49], In May 2020, Spanberger voted against the HEROES Act, a proposed $3 trillion stimulus package in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The House has this really kinetic, fast pace, Jones said in an interview this week, after rushing back to the office. Retrieved March 18, 2020. The Postal Service said the un-redacted document, that included social security numbers and health information, was released by mistake in response to a Freedom of Information Act request. Spanberger, who has also worked for the U.S. Submitted Comments (Click here for meetings with SEC officials) Comments have been received from individuals and entities using the following Letter Type A: 31 B: 24 C: 6,254 D: 5 Spanbergers career took her around the globe. Spanberger decided the time to serve her country was then no more waiting. [59], Spanberger objected to Trump's travel bans from certain predominantly Muslim countries and argued that they would aid jihadist propaganda by allowing a portrayal of the United States as an anti-Muslim country. She began her career of public service as a federal law enforcement officer working narcotics and money laundering cases with the U.S. Adapting to the tempo. But Im sure there will be points of frustration probably for me and for them, frankly speaking.. [29], CNN political editor Chris Cillizza described Spanberger's remarks as "some hard truth" for the Democratic Party, adding that in order to succeed in the 2022 and 2024 elections, the party should "listen to the likes of Spanberger" instead of pushing for "the boldest possible progressive legislation". The specifics of her cases remain classified. Rep. Spanberger recognizes that the addiction and overdose crisis is the other deadly pandemic happening in our country. Abigail and her husband Adam are parents to three daughters. "At a minimum, your agency ought to provide parents with a clear timeline of when they can expect . The smear campaign, which attempted to tie her to terrorism, was based on an SF-86 application she completed to obtain security clearance, which was inappropriately released in breach of privacy rules. Biden ticked through a list of legislative accomplishments, including the $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill, the first major gun safety legislation passed by Congress in nearly 30 years, legislation to boost the domestic manufacturing of semiconductor chips and a sweeping climate, health care and tax bill. Representatives Abigail Spanberger (D-VA-07), Mike Waltz (R-FL-06), and Lori Chavez-DeRemer (R-OR-05) today introduced bipartisan legislation to increase transparency in the federal student loan process and to give borrowers additional tools to understand and decrease [], At Least 519 Protesters Have Been Killed by the Regime & More Than 19,000 Iranians Have Been Arrested Since the Death of Mahsa Amini In September 2022 WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Representative Abigail Spanberger joined a bipartisan, bicameral effort urging the Biden Administration to impose stricter sanctions against members of the Iranian Parliament or [], Proudly Serving Virginias Seventh District. Theyre grossly overqualified, he boasted of the full-time staff of 17. Chief of Staff - USDA-RMA. At the top in all caps are the words "President Joe Biden.". Abigail Spanberger, incumbent U.S. Representative Declined . A few years later, during the 2016 presidential election, she started to discuss with her friends the possibility of running for office. [51] In November 2020, Spanberger led a bipartisan effort to secure the 340B Drug Pricing Program against changes that would lead to significant increases in prescription medication costs. After dipping his toe in all three branches of government, Jones said hes found the right place to serve: The Hill is a special place. She had to work with the CIA to get her service record declassified to run for Congress and now on the trail sticks to carefully scripted lines, approved by the agency, when talking about her work. In Congress, Rep. Spanberger is committed to providing our servicemembers with the compensation, training, equipment, and benefits they need to successfully carry out their vital missions and protect their fellow citizens. They co-wrote a Washington Post opinion piece explaining their support for an impeachment inquiry, writing: "Congress must determine whether the president was indeed willing to use his power and withhold security assistance funds to persuade a foreign country to assist him in an upcoming election." $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill, sweeping climate, health care and tax bill, Biden's decision not to use his veto power, Big stores see how we spend. 11/11/22 3:30 PM ET News Five midterm surprises in the House She decided ultimately to leave the CIA. Abigail Spanberger, a congressional candidate, had a 12-year career with the CIA. Copyright 2023 NPR. What I find particularly repugnant is the fact that they are, in any way, trying to link me to terrorism. The days go by so quickly., The toughest days are probably MTRs motions to recommit, he said. As for his leap from the well-oiled machinery of the Senate to the front lines of the House, he has no regrets. Abigail Anne Spanberger[1] (ne Davis, August 7, 1979) is an American politician serving as the U.S. representative from Virginia's 7th congressional district since 2019. LegiStorm is constantly adding new information on the people, places and reports in our database. ", Before President George W. Bush was mangling the English language, it was his father, President George H.W. Even before the attack [], Bipartisan Bill Would Give Borrowers Regular, Pertinent Information Related to Projected Payments, Accrued Interest, & Other Personalized Details WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Additionally, she is actively seeking innovative, bipartisan legislative solutions to help combat rising rates of maternal mortality in the United States, particularly within historically underserved and disadvantaged communities. ABIGAIL SPANBERGER IS ONE OF A GROWING MEMBERS OF CONGRESS WHO SAY " ENOUGH IS ENOUGH. Spanberger, a former CIA agent, distanced herself from the defund movement during her 2020 campaign. Vice-Chair of the Problem Solvers Caucus Rep. Abigail Spanberger, D-Va., and other members of the Problem Solvers Caucus hold a news conference to show support for their bipartisan infrastructure bill, which was written by both Democrat and Republican senators and representatives at the US Capitol in Washington, DC., on Friday, July 30 . Congresswoman, 2019 - Present. [11], In July 2017, Spanberger announced her candidacy for the United States House of Representatives in Virginia's 7th congressional district in the 2018 election against incumbent Republican Dave Brat, a Tea Party movement member.