Douglas Ollivant
Republican
About
Sourced verbatim from the candidate's website.
Meet Doug
Doug Ollivant is a father, husband, and retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel who brings a results-oriented approach to leadership, grounded in service, integrity, and common sense. A resident of Culpeper County, Doug understands the challenges Virginia families face — from rising costs to economic uncertainty. His distinguished career includes two combat tours in Iraq, advising coalition forces in Afghanistan, teaching at West Point, and serving as Director for Iraq at the National Security Council. Now running for Congress, Doug is focused on restoring fiscal responsibility, rebuilding American industry, and ensuring food security — while protecting the values that shape both our rural communities and our fast-growing suburbs. Today, Doug leads a global consulting firm that combats corruption and promotes accountability in some of the world's toughest regions. A respected voice on national security, he also contributes to policy discussions at two leading think tanks and frequently appears on national television. Doug holds advanced degrees from Indiana University, James Madison University, and Wheaton College. As the proud father of seven grown children and two grandchildren, he is determined to build a stronger, safer, and more affordable America for the next generation. He and his wife Sabrina live along the Rappahannock River with their dog and chickens — reflecting a life grounded in the same values he'll bring to Congress.
Positions
Sourced verbatim from the candidate's website.
Lowering Taxes and Reducing Wasteful Spending
Taxes & Government Spending
Taxpayers deserve a government that respects their hard work and uses their dollars wisely. I'm committed to easing the tax burden on families and businesses by promoting fiscal responsibility and reducing unnecessary spending. As a husband, father, veteran, and business partner, I know that means making smart choices—cutting inefficiencies, reviewing outdated programs, and ensuring every dollar serves a clear purpose. We can provide essential services while still allowing Virginians to keep more of what they earn. It's not about cutting for the sake of cutting—it's about doing better with less and building a government that's efficient, accountable, and sustainable.
Housing Affordability
Housing Affordability
Rising housing costs are a major factor in lack of affordability for Virginians. Median house prices have risen by 65-70% in the past decade, leaving too many Virginians behind, or struggling as housing consumes ever more of their budget. While the bulk of remedies are at the state and local level, all levels of government should be promoting policies to increase housing supply. Higher prices are a supply-demand problem. Giving subsidies, while tempting, will not fix the core problem of insufficient supply. The best way to increase supply is to reduce regulation for development, redevelopment, and building supply chains, while creating some legal protections against frivolous zoning disputes. Creative solutions, such as making federal land available, can also be pursued. But the bottom line is that more units need to be created to fix the current shortage driven by population growth, to make it possible for our children and grandchildren to buy homes and raise families.
Securing the Border and Stopping Fentanyl
Border Security
Illegal immigration and drug trafficking are critical national security issues, and with my experience at the White House as Director for Iraq at the National Security Council, I will treat them as such. I support strong enforcement of our immigration laws to stop unlawful entry and deter those who exploit our system. But it's not just about the border—it's about what's coming across it. Fentanyl is killing thousands of Americans every month, and it's flooding into our communities through cartel-run trafficking routes. We must treat this like the emergency it is: empowering law enforcement, increasing penalties for traffickers, and enhancing cooperation across federal, state, and local agencies. I'll fight to shut down the pipeline of poison and hold both foreign suppliers and domestic dealers accountable—because every family deserves a community free from fear and addiction.
Supporting Law Enforcement
Policing & Law Enforcement
Safe communities start with strong support for the men and women who put their lives on the line to protect us. I stand with law enforcement and believe they deserve the resources, training, and respect they need to do their jobs effectively. We must invest in better policing, support community partnerships, and hold criminals accountable. I'll always back those who uphold the law and keep our neighborhoods safe, because public safety is the foundation of opportunity and peace of mind for every family.
