Donald Trump-backed Virginia state Sen. John McGuire defeats U.S. Rep. Bob Good in GOP Primary recount
McGuire’s margin of victory narrowed by four votes to 370 following Thursday’s recount.
McGuire’s margin of victory narrowed by four votes to 370 following Thursday’s recount.
In the state legislature, about half of the state’s 33 Senate seats and all 99 House seats are up for election this year. Republicans enjoy supermajorities in both chambers.
Former President Donald Trump, as he often does, has weighed in.
Trump endorsed McGuire after Good backed Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis for President, now Good trails in the too-close-to-call race.
Chuck Hand aims to rally Black and white workers under Donald Trump’s banner, but he’s been mum on specific priorities.
The lawmaker went on to say that a run in any ‘temporary district’ would cause ‘permanent damage to Louisiana’s great representation in Congress.’
Good is facing double trouble — from Donald Trump over his endorsement for Ron DeSantis, and from Kevin McCarthy for efforts to remove him as Speaker.
Mace has said her positions and beliefs aren’t erratic — she is just reflecting the values of the 1st District.
The race could easily end in a two-week runoff sprint on June 25. Candidates have to get a majority of votes to win Tuesday’s Primary outright.
U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace is fighting a monied opposition campaign backed by former Speaker Kevin McCarthy, who she voted to oust.