In a nail-biting Republican primary in Virginia's 5th District, Rep.
Bob Good is trailing behind state Sen. John McGuire by a slim margin and has vowed to block the certification of the election results. The race, which has not yet been called, is under intense scrutiny as both candidates are known election deniers. Good, who initially supported Ron DeSantis for the 2024 GOP presidential primary before switching allegiance to Trump, is now seeking funds for a recount. The margin between Good and McGuire is just above the threshold for a state-funded recount, adding another layer of tension to the contest.
As the drama unfolds, Good's determination to challenge the results underscores the high stakes and deep divisions within the Republican Party.
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With Virginia Primary Undecided, Rep. Bob Good Seeks Funds for Recount
The margin between the congressman and his Trump-backed challenger is just slightly above the threshold for a state-funded recount. His opponent has already declared victory, and both are election deniers.
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Bob Good says he’ll try to block certification of primary results in key city
Rep. Bob Good (R-Va.) said Monday he will try to block the certification of election results in the biggest city in his district as he continues to trail his Trump-backed primary challenger by a few hundred votes in the closely watched Virginia contest.
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