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April 14, 2026
Olivia Troye announces Congressional run as a Democrat
- Olivia Troye has officially declared her candidacy for Congress as a Democrat in Virginia's proposed new 7th District, positioning herself as a strong opponent of Donald Trump.
- Troye, a former adviser to Vice President Mike Pence, became a vocal critic of Trump in 2020, citing concerns over his actions regarding immigration and the pandemic.
- The upcoming redistricting referendum on April 21 will determine the new 7th District's viability, which is crucial for Democratic gains in Virginia.
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- Former Pence adviser Olivia Troye launches run for Congress as a DemocratApr 14, 2026 at 11:00 AM · NBC
- Former Pence staffer Olivia Troye launches bid for House seat in VirginiaApr 14, 2026 at 11:00 AM · The Hill
- Olivia Troye, Ex-Pence Aide, Runs for the House as a DemocratApr 14, 2026 at 11:00 AM · NYT
- Ex-Pence aide Olivia Troye plans to run for Congress in Virginia as a DemocratApr 14, 2026 at 11:00 AM · Washington Post
- Olivia Troye, former Pence adviser turned Trump critic, launches Democratic bid for US House from Virginia | CNN PoliticsApr 14, 2026 at 11:00 AM · CNN
- Olivia Troye, Trump aide turned critic, launches Virginia congressional bidApr 14, 2026 at 1:08 PM · Politico
- Former Pence aide turned Trump critic, Olivia Troye, launches congressional campaign as a DemocratApr 16, 2026 at 5:22 AM · CNN