# Derrick Van Orden

> Derrick Van Orden has served as U.S. Representative for Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District since 2023. He is a retired Navy SEAL who represents a district that voted for Barack Obama in 2012 and Donald Trump in 2016 and 2020.

## Key facts

- Party: Republican
- Office sought: U.S. House of Representatives
- Current office: U.S. Representative, Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District
- State: WI
- District: 3
- Race: Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District 2026
- Incumbent status: challenger
- Residence: Prairie du Chien, WI
- Race rating: Toss-up
- Campaign website: https://vanorden.house.gov

## Biography

Derrick Van Orden was born on September 15, 1969, in Hennepin County, Minnesota. He earned his B.S. from Excelsior University. He served as a U.S. Navy SEAL for 26 years, retiring as a senior chief petty officer. He was elected to Congress in 2022 and re-elected in 2024. He represents a district in western Wisconsin that includes La Crosse, Eau Claire, and the Wisconsin Dells area.

## Background

- Education: B.S., Excelsior University
- Professional background: U.S. Representative (2023–present); Navy SEAL
- Public service: U.S. Representative, Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District (2023–present)
- Military service: U.S. Navy SEAL, retired Senior Chief Petty Officer; 26 years of service

## Opponents in this race

- [Rebecca Cooke](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/rebecca-cooke-wi3-2026.md) — Democratic

## Sources

- Derrick Van Orden — Bioguide Congress.gov: https://bioguide.congress.gov/search/bio/V000135
- MAGA brawler Van Orden moderating as he faces tough reelection — Badger Project: https://thebadgerproject.org/2026/01/21/maga-brawler-van-orden-moderating-slightly-as-he-faces-tough-reelection/

Last updated: 2026-06-15T19:56:47.294Z

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Source: Transparency Report — https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/derrick-van-orden-wi3-2026
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