James Osyf
James Osyf is an American national security professional and Navy veteran. As of July 2025, he is a candidate to represent Virginia's second Congressional district in Congress.[1]
Early life
Osyf is originally from Vernon, Connecticut.[2] Osyf is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy.[3] He also holds an MA from the Harvard Kennedy School of Government.[2]
Career
Osyf served on the USS Norfolk.[3] He described himself as part of the "Silent Service" as an enlisted gay servicemember while the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy was in effect.[4] He deployed twice to the Persian Gulf.[5][6]
After leaving active duty he continued to serve as a reserve officer, serving as a Submarine Warfare Officer.[7][2]
Private sector
In 2021, Osyf was named Interim Vice President of Out in National Security (ONS).[8] As of 2025, Osyf works for Lockheed Martin.[4]
Political activity
In July 2025, Osyf announced he would challenge Rep. Jen Kiggans in Virginia's second Congressional district.[4]
Personal life
Osyf lives in Virginia Beach, VA.[9] He is openly gay.[6]
References
- ↑ "Navy reservist announces campaign to unseat Rep. Jen Kiggans". The Virginian-Pilot. 2025-07-10. Retrieved 2025-07-17.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 "James Osyf". CNAS. Retrieved 2025-07-17.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Navy vet preps challenge to Kiggans". Punchbowl News. Retrieved 2025-07-17.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 Nir, David. "Morning Digest: Democrats land first recruit for ultra-close Virginia district". www.the-downballot.com. Retrieved 2025-07-17.
- ↑ lowkell (2025-07-10). "Video: Democrat James Osyf Announces Campaign for Congress in VA-02; Says "I've lived the Silent Service [including during 'Don't Ask Don't Tell'], but this moment demands something different."". Blue Virginia. Retrieved 2025-07-19.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 "James Osyf for Congress | Virginia's 2nd District". 2025-07-01. Retrieved 2025-07-19.
- ↑ "Around the Table with James Osyf". CNAS. Retrieved 2025-07-17.
- ↑ Security, Out in National (2022-01-01). "ONS Celebrates Our Community, Our Efforts, and Our Achievements in 2021". Medium. Retrieved 2025-07-19.
- ↑ "Navy reservist announces campaign to unseat Rep. Jen Kiggans". Yahoo News. 2025-07-10. Retrieved 2025-07-17.
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