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Derrick Anderson

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Assistant Secretary of War for Special Operations and Low-Intensity Conflict (ASW SO/LIC) at United States Department of War
📍 United States

Derrick Anderson is a former U. S. Army Special Forces "Green Beret" with a Juris Doctor from Georgetown Law. Leveraging his extensive military and legal background, he recently ran for U. S. Congress in Virginia, focusing on national security, economic policy, and community safety.

A native of Spotsylvania County, Derrick is deeply rooted in his community. His background includes the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets and competing in the Armys demanding "Best Ranger Competition, " showcasing a high level of personal discipline and commitment beyond his professional duties.

He uniquely combines elite military experience, with six overseas combat tours as a Green Beret, and a top-tier legal education from Georgetown Law.

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Experience
17 Years
Current Role
Assistant Secretary of War for Special Operations and Low-Intensity Conflict (ASW SO/LIC)
Job Level
Junior
Location
United States
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National Security
His background as a decorated Special Forces Green Beret with six combat tours directly informs his focus on a strong national defense and foreign policy.
Economic Policy
A core pillar of his congressional campaign platform was fighting inflation and making life more affordable for the families in his district.
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Career

Work history

12-2025
Assistant Secretary of War for Special Operations and Low-Intensity Conflict (ASW SO/LIC)
United States Department of War
8-2016
Special Forces Operations Officer
US Army
7-2010 - 8-2016
Special Forces Detachment Commander and Company Executive Officer
US Army
7-2008 - 7-2010
Infantry Platoon Leader
US Army
4-2025 - 12-2025
Assistant Secretary of the Army (Acting)
Manpower & Reserve Affairs, US Army
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Education
2016 - 2019
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Georgetown Law
2002 - 2006
Bachelor’s Degree
Virginia Tech
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