Derrick Van Orden is an American patriot, retired Navy SEAL, husband, father, grandfather, and Christian who heard the call to return to public service, this time as a candidate for Congress in the 3rd District of his beloved state of Wisconsin.
Derrick’s journey of public service began when he joined the Navy at age 18. During his first combat deployment, Derrick came to understand how truly unique and wonderful America is and why She is not only worth emulating but protecting. Derrick had the honor of serving our great nation for 26 years. He retired as a Navy SEAL Senior Chief with five combat deployments and several others to troubled areas around the world. Derrick became involved in acting during his military service, as well, and starred in the motion picture Act of Valor. He is also the best-selling author of A Book of Man: A Navy SEAL’s Guide to the Lost Art of Manhood.
Derrick and his wife of over 27 years, Sara Jane, live on a small hobby farm in Hager City, Wisconsin.