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| name         = Bob Good
| name         = Bob Good
| birth_name   = Robert George Good
| birth_name   = Robert George Good
| birth_date   = {{Birth date and age|1965|9|11}}
| birth_date   = {{Birth date and age|1965|9|11}}
| birth_place = [[Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania]], U.S.
| birth_place   = [[Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania]], U.S.
| nationality = American
| nationality   = American
| party       = [[Republican Party (United States)|Republican]]
| party         = [[Republican Party (United States)|Republican]]
| education   = [[Liberty University]] (BS, MBA)
| education     = [[Liberty University]] ([[Bachelor of Science|BS]], [[Master of Business Administration|MBA]])
| children     = 3
| children     = 3
| occupation   = Politician, former athletic director
| occupation   = Politician, former athletic director
| known_for   = U.S. Representative for [[Virginia's 5th congressional district]] (2021–2025), Chair of the [[House Freedom Caucus]] (2024)
| known_for     = U.S. Representative for [[Virginia's 5th congressional district]] (2021–2025), Chair of the [[House Freedom Caucus]] (2024)
| awards       =  
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| website     = [https://www.bobgoodforcongress.com/ bobgoodforcongress.com]
| website       = [https://www.bobgoodforcongress.com/ bobgoodforcongress.com]
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'''Robert George Good''' (born September 11, 1965) is an American politician and former athletic director who served as the [[United States House of Representatives|U.S. Representative]] for [[Virginia's 5th congressional district]] from January 2021 to January 2025. A member of the [[Republican Party (United States)|Republican Party]], Good first won election to Congress in 2020 after defeating incumbent [[Denver Riggleman]] in a contentious party nominating convention. Before entering federal politics, Good served on the [[Campbell County, Virginia|Campbell County]] Board of Supervisors from 2016 to 2019 and worked for many years at [[Liberty University]], his alma mater. He became chair of the [[House Freedom Caucus]] in January 2024, a position he held until his resignation in September of that year. Good's tenure in Congress was defined by his alignment with the conservative wing of the Republican Party, including his support for the removal of [[Kevin McCarthy]] as [[Speaker of the United States House of Representatives|Speaker of the House]] and his endorsement of [[Ron DeSantis]] over [[Donald Trump]] in the [[2024 Republican Party presidential primaries]]. These positions contributed to a difficult primary challenge in 2024, in which Good was narrowly defeated by state senator [[John McGuire (Virginia politician)|John McGuire]], who had been endorsed by Trump.<ref name="nbcrecount">{{cite news |last=Tsirkin |first=Julie |date=August 1, 2024 |title=House Freedom Caucus Chairman Bob Good loses Virginia primary recount |url=https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/house-freedom-caucus-chairman-bob-good-loses-virginia-primary-recount-rcna164672 |work=NBC News |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> As of 2025, Good has publicly considered running again for the seat in 2026.<ref name="cardinalnews">{{cite web |title=Good to decide whether to challenge McGuire in the 'weeks ahead' |url=https://cardinalnews.org/2025/09/08/good-to-decide-whether-to-challenge-mcguire-in-the-weeks-ahead/ |publisher=Cardinal News |date=September 8, 2025 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
'''Robert George Good''' (born September 11, 1965) is an American politician and former athletic director who served as the [[United States House of Representatives|U.S. representative]] for [[Virginia's 5th congressional district]] from January 2021 to January 2025. A member of the [[Republican Party (United States)|Republican Party]], Good first won election to Congress in 2020 after defeating incumbent [[Denver Riggleman]] in a contentious Republican nominating convention that drew national attention for its focus on social conservative issues. Before entering federal politics, Good served on the [[Campbell County, Virginia|Campbell County]] Board of Supervisors from 2016 to 2019 and worked for decades at [[Liberty University]], his alma mater, including in its athletics department. He also held a position at [[Citigroup|Citi]]. In Congress, Good aligned himself with the most conservative wing of the Republican caucus, supporting the removal of [[Kevin McCarthy]] as [[Speaker of the United States House of Representatives|Speaker of the House]] and eventually becoming chair of the [[House Freedom Caucus]] in January 2024. His endorsement of [[Ron DeSantis]] over [[Donald Trump]] in the [[2024 Republican Party presidential primaries]] contributed to a difficult 2024 primary challenge from state senator [[John McGuire (Virginia politician)|John McGuire]], who was recruited by McCarthy allies and endorsed by Trump. Good lost the primary by a margin of 0.6% and, after an unsuccessful recount, left Congress at the end of his second term in January 2025.<ref name="nbcrecount">{{cite news |last=Terkel |first=Amanda |date=August 1, 2024 |title=House Freedom Caucus Chairman Bob Good loses Virginia primary recount |url=https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/house-freedom-caucus-chairman-bob-good-loses-virginia-primary-recount-rcna164672 |work=NBC News |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Early Life ==
== Early Life ==


Robert George Good was born on September 11, 1965, in [[Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania]].<ref name="bioguide">{{cite web |title=GOOD, Bob |url=http://bioguide.congress.gov/scripts/biodisplay.pl?index=G000595 |publisher=Biographical Directory of the United States Congress |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Details about his upbringing and family background in northeastern Pennsylvania are limited in publicly available sources. Good later relocated to Virginia, where he would build his career and enter public life.
Robert George Good was born on September 11, 1965, in [[Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania]].<ref name="bioguide">{{cite web |title=GOOD, Bob |url=http://bioguide.congress.gov/scripts/biodisplay.pl?index=G000595 |publisher=Biographical Directory of the United States Congress |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Details about his childhood and family background in Pennsylvania are limited in publicly available sources. Good eventually relocated to Virginia, where he would build his career and enter public life. He settled in [[Campbell County, Virginia]], a rural area in the central part of the state adjacent to the city of [[Lynchburg, Virginia|Lynchburg]], which is home to Liberty University. Good became deeply rooted in the community and would later represent the Sunburst district on the Campbell County Board of Supervisors.<ref name="hillnew">{{cite web |title=Rep.-elect Bob Good (R-Va.-05) |url=https://thehill.com/new-members-guide-2020/527852-rep-elect-bob-good-r-va-05 |publisher=The Hill |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Education ==
== Education ==


Good attended [[Liberty University]] in [[Lynchburg, Virginia]], where he earned a [[Bachelor of Science]] degree. He subsequently obtained a [[Master of Business Administration]] from the same institution.<ref name="bioguide" /><ref name="hillnewmember">{{cite web |title=Rep.-elect Bob Good (R-Va.-05) |url=https://thehill.com/new-members-guide-2020/527852-rep-elect-bob-good-r-va-05 |publisher=The Hill |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> His connection to Liberty University would prove significant in both his professional career and his political trajectory, as the university and its associated community formed a core part of his political base in central Virginia.
Good attended [[Liberty University]] in Lynchburg, Virginia, where he earned a [[Bachelor of Science]] degree. He subsequently returned to Liberty University to complete a [[Master of Business Administration]] (MBA).<ref name="bioguide" /> His educational background at the institution founded by [[Jerry Falwell]] would shape both his professional career and his political identity, as Good maintained close ties to the university for decades after his graduation.


== Career ==
== Career ==


=== Early Career and Liberty University ===
=== Early Professional Career ===


After completing his education, Good worked in the private sector, including a period of employment at [[Citigroup|Citi]].<ref name="hillnewmember" /> He subsequently returned to Liberty University, where he served in an administrative capacity, working as an athletic department official. His role at the university connected him to the broader evangelical Christian community in the Lynchburg area, which would later form a significant part of his political constituency.<ref name="hillchallenge">{{cite news |title=Liberty University official to launch primary challenge to GOP's Riggleman |url=https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/462843-liberty-university-official-to-launch-primary-challenge-to-gops-riggleman |work=The Hill |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
After completing his education, Good built a career in both the private sector and higher education. He worked for [[Citigroup|Citi]], the multinational financial services corporation, though the specific duration and nature of this role are not extensively documented in available sources.<ref name="hillnew" /> Good also spent a significant portion of his professional life at Liberty University, where he worked in various capacities including within the university's athletics department, eventually serving as an athletic director. His long tenure at Liberty University established him as a prominent figure in the Lynchburg-area community and provided a foundation for his eventual entry into politics.<ref>{{cite news |date=September 19, 2019 |title=Liberty University official to launch primary challenge to GOP's Riggleman |url=https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/462843-liberty-university-official-to-launch-primary-challenge-to-gops-riggleman |work=The Hill |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


=== Campbell County Board of Supervisors ===
=== Campbell County Board of Supervisors ===


Good entered elected politics in 2015 when he won a seat on the Campbell County Board of Supervisors, representing the Sunburst district. He took office on January 1, 2016, succeeding Steven Shockley.<ref name="bioguide" /> Good served on the board through December 31, 2019, with Shockley returning to the seat after Good's departure. His time on the county board provided him with experience in local governance and helped establish his profile within Republican politics in the region.
Good entered elected politics in 2015 when he won a seat on the Campbell County Board of Supervisors, representing the Sunburst district. He took office on January 1, 2016, succeeding Steven Shockley.<ref name="bioguide" /> During his time on the board, Good focused on local governance issues affecting the rural county. He served through December 31, 2019, when Shockley returned to the seat. Good's tenure on the board gave him experience in local government and helped build name recognition in the region, which overlapped with Virginia's 5th congressional district.<ref name="hillnew" />


=== 2020 Congressional Campaign ===
=== 2020 Congressional Campaign ===


In 2019, Good announced his candidacy for [[Virginia's 5th congressional district]], challenging the incumbent Republican congressman [[Denver Riggleman]].<ref name="hillchallenge" /> The 5th District, which at the time stretched from the northern [[Shenandoah Valley]] through [[Charlottesville]] and [[Lynchburg]] to the [[Dan River]] region near the North Carolina border, was one of the largest congressional districts on the East Coast.
In September 2019, Good announced his intention to challenge incumbent Republican congressman [[Denver Riggleman]] in a primary for Virginia's 5th congressional district.<ref>{{cite news |date=September 19, 2019 |title=Liberty University official to launch primary challenge to GOP's Riggleman |url=https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/462843-liberty-university-official-to-launch-primary-challenge-to-gops-riggleman |work=The Hill |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> The challenge was rooted in social conservative discontent with Riggleman, who had officiated a same-sex wedding for two of his campaign volunteers in 2019, an act that drew sharp criticism from many Republican activists in the district.<ref name="vpm2020">{{cite web |title=How a Gay Wedding Fractured Virginia Republicans |url=https://vpm.org/news/articles/14025/how-a-gay-wedding-fractured-virginia-republicans |publisher=VPM |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref><ref name="atlantic">{{cite news |last=Green |first=Emma |date=June 14, 2020 |title=The Republican Congressman Who Lost His Seat Over a Gay Wedding |url=https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2020/06/riggleman-same-sex-marriage/612991/ |work=The Atlantic |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


The primary challenge was rooted in conservative dissatisfaction with Riggleman, who had angered elements of the Republican base by officiating a same-sex wedding for two of his campaign volunteers in 2019.<ref name="vpmwedding">{{cite web |title=How a Gay Wedding Fractured Virginia Republicans |url=https://vpm.org/news/articles/14025/how-a-gay-wedding-fractured-virginia-republicans |publisher=VPM |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref><ref name="atlanticmarriage">{{cite news |title=The Republican Who Lost His Seat Over a Same-Sex Marriage |url=https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2020/06/riggleman-same-sex-marriage/612991/ |work=The Atlantic |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> The ceremony became a focal point of the intraparty dispute, drawing significant attention from social conservatives who viewed it as a departure from traditional Republican values on marriage.
The 5th District Republican Committee opted to hold a drive-through nominating convention rather than a traditional primary election, a decision that proved controversial. The convention was held on June 13, 2020, with delegates casting ballots at a single location in [[Lynchburg, Virginia|Lynchburg]].<ref>{{cite news |date=June 13, 2020 |title=Virginia roll-in vote to pick GOP House candidate |url=https://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/Virginia-roll-in-vote-to-pick-GOP-House-candidate-15331463.php |work=Fairfield Citizen |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Good defeated Riggleman in the convention vote, a result that drew national attention as an example of the tensions within the Republican Party over social issues.<ref name="npr2020">{{cite news |date=June 14, 2020 |title=Virginia Rep. Riggleman, Who Presided Over Same-Sex Wedding, Loses Republican Primary |url=https://www.npr.org/2020/06/14/876760073/virginia-rep-riggleman-who-presided-over-same-sex-wedding-loses-republican-prima |work=NPR |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |date=June 13, 2020 |title=Challenger Bob Good ousts Rep. Denver Riggleman at 5th District GOP nominating convention |url=https://richmond.com/update-challenger-bob-good-ousts-rep-denver-riggleman-at-5th-district-gop-nominating-convention/article_9795cb38-7df3-5fa1-ac6e-34129fcf1fb3.html |work=Richmond Times-Dispatch |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Riggleman contested the results, alleging irregularities in the convention process, but the outcome stood.


The 5th District Republican Committee opted to hold a drive-through nominating convention rather than a traditional primary election, a decision that proved consequential.<ref name="fairfieldconvention">{{cite news |title=Virginia roll-in vote to pick GOP House candidate |url=https://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/Virginia-roll-in-vote-to-pick-GOP-House-candidate-15331463.php |work=Fairfield Citizen |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> The convention was held on June 13, 2020, at a church in Lynchburg, where delegates cast their votes via a drive-through process amid the [[COVID-19 pandemic]]. Good defeated Riggleman at the convention, a result that drew national attention as one of the few instances of an incumbent congressman being unseated in a party nominating process.<ref name="nprloss">{{cite news |last= |first= |date=June 14, 2020 |title=Virginia Rep. Riggleman, Who Presided Over Same-Sex Wedding, Loses Republican Primary |url=https://www.npr.org/2020/06/14/876760073/virginia-rep-riggleman-who-presided-over-same-sex-wedding-loses-republican-prima |work=NPR |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref><ref name="richmondtd">{{cite news |title=Challenger Bob Good ousts Rep. Denver Riggleman at 5th District GOP nominating convention |url=https://richmond.com/update-challenger-bob-good-ousts-rep-denver-riggleman-at-5th-district-gop-nominating-convention/article_9795cb38-7df3-5fa1-ac6e-34129fcf1fb3.html |work=Richmond Times-Dispatch |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
In the November 2020 general election, Good won the seat in Virginia's 5th congressional district, a largely rural and conservative-leaning area spanning from the [[Shenandoah Valley]] through central Virginia to the state's Southside region.<ref>{{cite news |date=November 4, 2020 |title=Virginia: Bob Good |url=https://www.nytimes.com/2020/11/04/us/politics/virginia-bob-good.html |work=The New York Times |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=November 2020 General Election Results — Congress |url=https://results.elections.virginia.gov/vaelections/2020%20November%20General/Site/Congress.html |publisher=Virginia Department of Elections |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
 
Riggleman contested the results and alleged irregularities in the convention process, but the outcome stood.<ref name="nprloss" /> Good then advanced to the November 2020 general election, where he faced Democratic nominee Cameron Webb. Good won the general election, securing his seat in the [[117th United States Congress]].<ref name="nytelection">{{cite news |date=November 4, 2020 |title=Virginia's Fifth Congressional District |url=https://www.nytimes.com/2020/11/04/us/politics/virginia-bob-good.html |work=The New York Times |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref><ref name="varesults">{{cite web |title=2020 November General Election Results — Congress |url=https://results.elections.virginia.gov/vaelections/2020%20November%20General/Site/Congress.html |publisher=Virginia Department of Elections |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


=== U.S. House of Representatives (2021–2025) ===
=== U.S. House of Representatives (2021–2025) ===


Good was sworn in as the representative for Virginia's 5th congressional district on January 3, 2021.<ref name="congressbio">{{cite web |title=Representative Bob Good |url=https://www.congress.gov/member/bob-good/G000595 |publisher=Congress.gov |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> He quickly established himself as one of the most conservative members of the House Republican conference.
==== First Term (2021–2023) ====
 
==== Committee Assignments and Caucus Memberships ====
 
During his time in Congress, Good served on several House committees and was a member of the [[Republican Study Committee]], the largest conservative caucus in the House.<ref name="committees">{{cite web |title=Committees and Caucuses |url=https://good.house.gov/about/committees-and-caucuses |publisher=Office of Representative Bob Good |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref><ref name="rsc">{{cite web |title=Republican Study Committee |url=https://rsc-walker.house.gov/ |publisher=Republican Study Committee |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> He also became a member of the [[House Freedom Caucus]], the bloc of conservative and libertarian-leaning House Republicans that frequently pressured GOP leadership from the right.
 
==== Congressional Gold Medal Vote ====
 
In March 2021, Good was among a group of Republican representatives who voted against awarding the [[Congressional Gold Medal]] to the [[United States Capitol Police]] and other law enforcement officers who responded to the [[2021 United States Capitol attack|January 6 Capitol attack]]. The vote drew criticism from Democrats and some Republicans.<ref name="cnngoldmedal">{{cite news |date=March 17, 2021 |title=House votes on Congressional Gold Medal for Capitol Police |url=https://www.cnn.com/2021/03/17/politics/house-votes-congressional-gold-medal/index.html |work=CNN |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref><ref name="guardiangoldmedal">{{cite news |date=March 18, 2021 |title=Republicans vote against honoring Capitol police |url=http://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2021/mar/18/republicans-vote-against-honoring-capitol-police |work=The Guardian |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


==== Speaker of the House Controversy ====
Good took office on January 3, 2021, succeeding Riggleman as the representative for Virginia's 5th congressional district.<ref name="congress">{{cite web |title=Representative Bob Good |url=https://www.congress.gov/member/bob-good/G000595 |publisher=Congress.gov |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> From the outset, Good positioned himself as one of the most conservative members of the House Republican conference. He joined the [[House Freedom Caucus]] and the [[Republican Study Committee]], aligning with the right flank of the party on fiscal and social policy matters.<ref>{{cite web |title=Committees and Caucuses |url=https://good.house.gov/about/committees-and-caucuses |publisher=Office of Congressman Bob Good |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


Good was among the Republican members who supported the removal of [[Kevin McCarthy]] as Speaker of the House in October 2023. The motion to vacate the chair, led by Representative [[Matt Gaetz]], succeeded with the votes of eight Republicans joining all House Democrats. Good's support for McCarthy's removal placed him in direct conflict with the Republican leadership and contributed to his subsequent political difficulties.<ref name="nbcrecount" />
In March 2021, Good was among a small group of Republican members who voted against awarding [[Congressional Gold Medal]]s to the [[United States Capitol Police]] and other law enforcement officers who defended the [[United States Capitol]] during the [[January 6 United States Capitol attack|January 6 attack]]. The vote attracted media scrutiny, with critics questioning the rationale for opposing the measure honoring officers who had protected members of Congress during the breach of the Capitol.<ref>{{cite news |date=March 17, 2021 |title=House votes on congressional Gold Medal for Capitol police |url=https://www.cnn.com/2021/03/17/politics/house-votes-congressional-gold-medal/index.html |work=CNN |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |date=March 18, 2021 |title=Republicans vote against honoring Capitol police |url=http://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2021/mar/18/republicans-vote-against-honoring-capitol-police |work=The Guardian |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


==== Chair of the House Freedom Caucus ====
==== Removal of Kevin McCarthy and Freedom Caucus Leadership ====


On January 1, 2024, Good assumed the chairmanship of the House Freedom Caucus, succeeding Representative [[Scott Perry]] of Pennsylvania.<ref name="nbcrecount" /> The Freedom Caucus, founded in 2015, had become an influential bloc within the House Republican conference, frequently pushing for more conservative fiscal and social policies and challenging what its members viewed as insufficient commitment to conservative principles by GOP leadership.
Good was a prominent supporter of the effort to remove [[Kevin McCarthy]] as Speaker of the House in October 2023. This action placed Good among a small but consequential group of Republican members who helped oust McCarthy from the speakership, an unprecedented event in American political history.


Good's tenure as chair coincided with one of the most tumultuous periods in the caucus's history, as internal Republican divisions over spending, immigration, and political strategy continued to roil the party. His chairmanship was cut short by his primary defeat, and he resigned from the position on September 17, 2024. He was succeeded by Representative [[Andy Harris]] of Maryland.<ref name="nbcrecount" />
In January 2024, Good was elected chair of the [[House Freedom Caucus]], succeeding [[Scott Perry]] of Pennsylvania.<ref name="nbcrecount" /> The Freedom Caucus, a group of the most conservative House Republicans, had played an increasingly influential role in congressional dynamics, and Good's ascension to its leadership reflected his standing within the party's right wing. As chair, Good served as a spokesperson for the caucus's positions on government spending, immigration, and other policy areas.


==== 2024 Republican Presidential Primaries ====
==== 2024 Republican Presidential Primary Endorsement ====


In a decision that would have significant consequences for his political career, Good endorsed [[Ron DeSantis]], the [[Governor of Florida]], in the [[2024 Republican Party presidential primaries]], rather than former President [[Donald Trump]].<ref name="nbcrecount" /> This placed Good at odds with the dominant faction of the Republican Party, as Trump ultimately secured the Republican nomination with overwhelming support from the party's base. Good's endorsement of DeSantis was viewed as a significant political miscalculation and was cited as a factor in Trump's subsequent endorsement of Good's primary opponent.
In a move that would have significant consequences for his political career, Good endorsed Florida Governor [[Ron DeSantis]] for president during the [[2024 Republican Party presidential primaries]], choosing the Florida governor over former President [[Donald Trump]].<ref name="nbcrecount" /> This decision placed Good at odds with a substantial portion of the Republican base in his district and with the broader national party apparatus that had coalesced around Trump. The endorsement was viewed by many political observers as a factor that made Good vulnerable in his own primary race.


=== 2024 Primary Defeat ===
==== 2024 Primary Defeat ====


Good's congressional career came to an end following a bruising Republican primary in 2024. State Senator [[John McGuire (Virginia politician)|John McGuire]] launched a primary challenge against Good, reportedly recruited in part by Kevin McCarthy and endorsed by Donald Trump.<ref name="nbcrecount" /> The endorsement by Trump, motivated in part by Good's support for DeSantis and his vote to oust McCarthy, was a significant factor in the race.
Good's endorsement of DeSantis, combined with his role in the removal of McCarthy as Speaker, made him a target for retribution from both Trump allies and McCarthy's political network. Virginia state senator [[John McGuire (Virginia politician)|John McGuire]] was recruited to challenge Good in the 2024 Republican primary, reportedly with encouragement from McCarthy and his allies. Trump endorsed McGuire, providing the challenger with a significant boost in a district where Trump remained popular.<ref name="nbcrecount" />


The primary election, held on June 18, 2024, produced an extremely close result. McGuire was declared the winner by a margin of approximately 0.6 percentage points.<ref name="nbcrecount" /> Given the narrow margin, Good requested a recount. The recount was conducted and the results were certified on August 1, 2024, confirming McGuire's victory.<ref name="nbcrecount" />
The June 2024 primary proved to be one of the closest congressional races in the country. McGuire defeated Good by a margin of just 0.6%, with the result certified on July 2, 2024.<ref name="nbcrecount" /> Good requested a recount given the narrow margin, but the recount confirmed McGuire's victory. A Virginia court certified the recount results on August 1, 2024, cementing Good's defeat.<ref name="nbcrecount" />


Good's loss was notable as the defeat of a sitting Freedom Caucus chair and represented a significant exercise of Trump's influence within Republican primary politics. It also illustrated the political risks for Republican officeholders who opposed Trump or allied with his intraparty rivals.
The loss was considered a significant example of the political consequences of opposing Trump within the Republican Party. Good's defeat also illustrated the risk of intra-party challenges directed at members who had participated in the removal of McCarthy from the speakership.


Good's term in Congress ended on January 3, 2025, when McGuire was sworn in as his successor.<ref name="vpm2026">{{cite web |title=Who's running in Virginia's 5th Congressional District in 2026? |url=https://www.vpm.org/elections/2025-12-15/va-congress-house-5th-cd-john-mcguire-charlottesville-danville-lynchburg |publisher=VPM |date=December 15, 2025 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
==== Resignation from Freedom Caucus Chairmanship ====


=== Post-Congressional Activity ===
Following his primary loss, Good continued to serve out his term as the representative for Virginia's 5th congressional district. On September 17, 2024, he resigned as chair of the House Freedom Caucus and was succeeded by Representative [[Andy Harris]] of Maryland.<ref name="nbcrecount" /> Good's term in Congress ended on January 3, 2025, when McGuire was sworn in as his successor.<ref name="congress" />


After leaving Congress, Good remained active in conservative political commentary. In May 2025, he appeared on [[Fox News]], where he criticized Republican leadership for what he described as failures in fiscal discipline, calling spending "the big glaring weakness for all of Republican government."<ref name="foxnews2025">{{cite news |date=May 19, 2025 |title=Former Freedom Caucus Chair Bob Good calls out 'the big glaring weakness for all of Republican government' |url=https://www.foxnews.com/politics/former-freedom-caucus-chair-bob-good-calls-out-big-glaring-weakness-all-republican-government |work=Fox News |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
=== Post-Congressional Career ===


Throughout 2025, Good made several media appearances, including on ''The Schilling Show'', a radio program based in Charlottesville, Virginia, where he offered political commentary and discussed developments in Washington.<ref name="schilling1">{{cite web |title=The Schilling Show: Bob Good, Mike Kucharski, The C-Dogs Podcast |url=https://cvillerightnow.com/podcasts/the-schilling-show-bob-good-mike-kucharski-the-c-dogs-podcast/ |publisher=Cville Right Now |date=May 5, 2025 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref><ref name="schilling2">{{cite web |title=The Schilling Show: Bob Good, Rolene Marks, Michael Sylvester |url=https://cvillerightnow.com/podcasts/the-schilling-show-bob-good-rolene-marks-michael-sylvester/ |publisher=Cville Right Now |date=August 4, 2025 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
After leaving Congress, Good has remained active in political commentary. In May 2025, he appeared on Fox News to criticize Republican leadership, calling out what he described as "the big glaring weakness for all of Republican government," blaming "all Republican leadership" for failing to address key conservative priorities.<ref>{{cite news |date=May 19, 2025 |title=Former Freedom Caucus Chair Bob Good calls out 'the big glaring weakness for all of Republican government' |url=https://www.foxnews.com/politics/former-freedom-caucus-chair-bob-good-calls-out-big-glaring-weakness-all-republican-government |work=Fox News |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


==== Possible 2026 Campaign ====
Good has also been weighing a potential return to elected office. As of August 2025, he indicated that he was considering a challenge to McGuire in the 2026 election cycle for Virginia's 5th congressional district, though he had not made a final decision.<ref>{{cite news |date=August 4, 2025 |title=Bob Good undecided on challenging John McGuire in Fifth District |url=https://cvillerightnow.com/news/208802-bob-good-undecided-on-challenging-john-mcguire-in-fifth-district/ |work=Cville Right Now |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> By September 2025, Good stated that he would make his decision in "the weeks ahead," signaling that a rematch remained a possibility.<ref>{{cite news |date=September 8, 2025 |title=Good to decide whether to challenge McGuire in the 'weeks ahead' |url=https://cardinalnews.org/2025/09/08/good-to-decide-whether-to-challenge-mcguire-in-the-weeks-ahead/ |work=Cardinal News |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Reports from December 2025 indicated that multiple challengers were already positioning themselves for the 2026 race in the 5th district.<ref>{{cite news |date=December 15, 2025 |title=Who's running in Virginia's 5th Congressional District in 2026? |url=https://www.vpm.org/elections/2025-12-15/va-congress-house-5th-cd-john-mcguire-charlottesville-danville-lynchburg |work=VPM |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


In the months following his departure from Congress, Good publicly indicated he was considering a rematch against McGuire in the 2026 election cycle. In August 2025, he stated he was "undecided" on whether to mount another campaign for the 5th District seat.<ref name="cvilleundecided">{{cite web |title=Bob Good undecided on challenging John McGuire in Fifth District |url=https://cvillerightnow.com/news/208802-bob-good-undecided-on-challenging-john-mcguire-in-fifth-district/ |publisher=Cville Right Now |date=August 4, 2025 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> By September 2025, Good indicated he expected to make a decision in "the weeks ahead."<ref name="cardinalnews" /> Media reports noted that several other candidates were also lining up for the 2026 race in the 5th District.<ref name="vpm2026" />
Good has made appearances on various media programs and podcasts to provide political analysis and discuss his experience in Congress.<ref>{{cite web |title=The Schilling Show: Bob Good, Mike Kucharski, The C-Dogs Podcast |url=https://cvillerightnow.com/podcasts/the-schilling-show-bob-good-mike-kucharski-the-c-dogs-podcast/ |publisher=Cville Right Now |date=May 5, 2025 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=The Schilling Show: Bob Good, Rolene Marks, Michael Sylvester |url=https://cvillerightnow.com/podcasts/the-schilling-show-bob-good-rolene-marks-michael-sylvester/ |publisher=Cville Right Now |date=August 4, 2025 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Personal Life ==
== Personal Life ==


Good resides in Virginia. He and his wife have three children.<ref name="bioguide" /> Good's personal life has remained largely private, with limited publicly documented details beyond his family status. His connection to [[Liberty University]] and the evangelical Christian community in the Lynchburg area has been a defining feature of both his personal and professional identity.
Good resides in [[Campbell County, Virginia]]. He has three children.<ref name="bioguide" /> Good's personal and political identity has been closely intertwined with his connection to Liberty University and the conservative Christian community in the Lynchburg, Virginia, area. Specific details about his spouse and family life beyond these publicly documented facts are limited in available sources.
 
== Recognition ==
 
Good's political career attracted significant national media attention at several key junctures. His defeat of incumbent Denver Riggleman at the 2020 nominating convention was covered by major outlets including [[NPR]], [[The Atlantic]], and the ''[[Richmond Times-Dispatch]]'', as it represented a rare instance of an incumbent congressman being toppled in a party nomination process over the issue of same-sex marriage.<ref name="nprloss" /><ref name="atlanticmarriage" /><ref name="richmondtd" />
 
His election to the chairmanship of the House Freedom Caucus in January 2024 elevated his national profile, and his subsequent primary loss to John McGuire was covered extensively by national media, including [[NBC News]], as a significant test of Donald Trump's influence in Republican primaries.<ref name="nbcrecount" />


== Legacy ==
== Legacy ==


Good's congressional career, while spanning only two terms, illustrated several broader trends in Republican Party politics during the early 2020s. His initial election in 2020, fueled by conservative opposition to an incumbent who had officiated a same-sex wedding, highlighted the continued importance of social conservatism in Republican primary elections, particularly in rural and exurban districts in the South.<ref name="vpmwedding" /><ref name="atlanticmarriage" />
Good's tenure in Congress, while spanning only two terms, intersected with several consequential moments in Republican Party politics. His initial victory over Denver Riggleman in 2020 was seen as an early indicator of the power of social conservative activists within Republican nominating processes, particularly in conventions where motivated grassroots organizations could exercise outsized influence compared to broader primary electorates.<ref name="npr2020" /><ref name="atlantic" />


His role in the ouster of Kevin McCarthy as Speaker and his subsequent endorsement of Ron DeSantis over Donald Trump demonstrated the political risks of challenging party leadership and opposing the dominant figure in the Republican Party. Good's narrow primary defeat in 2024 was interpreted by political analysts as evidence of Trump's ability to punish Republican officeholders who diverged from his preferred political alignment, even those with strong conservative credentials.
His role in the removal of Kevin McCarthy as Speaker in October 2023 placed him among a handful of Republican members who reshaped the House's leadership dynamics. The subsequent political fallout—culminating in McCarthy allies recruiting and supporting McGuire to defeat Good in a primary—illustrated the internal consequences of factional conflicts within the Republican conference.


As chair of the House Freedom Caucus, Good represented a specific strain of Republican politics—fiscally conservative, socially traditional, and willing to challenge party leadership—that both influenced and was shaped by the broader political dynamics of the post-Trump Republican Party. His post-congressional commentary, particularly his criticism of Republican spending, suggested a continued commitment to the fiscal conservatism that defined his time in office.<ref name="foxnews2025" />
Good's 2024 primary loss, driven in part by his endorsement of DeSantis over Trump, became a prominent case study in the political risks faced by Republican officeholders who deviated from support of Trump during the 2024 presidential primary cycle. The narrow margin of his defeat—0.6%—underscored both the competitiveness of the race and the decisive impact that a presidential endorsement could have in a down-ballot Republican primary.<ref name="nbcrecount" />


The potential for a 2026 rematch against McGuire has kept Good's political future an active topic in Virginia politics, and the outcome of any such campaign would provide further evidence of the durability of intraparty factional conflicts within the Republican Party in the 5th District and beyond.<ref name="cardinalnews" /><ref name="vpm2026" />
As chair of the House Freedom Caucus, even for a relatively brief period, Good contributed to the caucus's role as a significant force in congressional negotiations over government spending, border policy, and other conservative priorities. His successor, Andy Harris, inherited a caucus that had demonstrated its capacity to influence House leadership decisions in dramatic fashion.


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Bob Good
BornRobert George Good
11 9, 1965
BirthplaceWilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, U.S.
NationalityAmerican
OccupationPolitician, former athletic director
Known forU.S. Representative for Virginia's 5th congressional district (2021–2025), Chair of the House Freedom Caucus (2024)
EducationLiberty University (BS, MBA)
Children3
Website[bobgoodforcongress.com Official site]

Robert George Good (born September 11, 1965) is an American politician and former athletic director who served as the U.S. representative for Virginia's 5th congressional district from January 2021 to January 2025. A member of the Republican Party, Good first won election to Congress in 2020 after defeating incumbent Denver Riggleman in a contentious Republican nominating convention that drew national attention for its focus on social conservative issues. Before entering federal politics, Good served on the Campbell County Board of Supervisors from 2016 to 2019 and worked for decades at Liberty University, his alma mater, including in its athletics department. He also held a position at Citi. In Congress, Good aligned himself with the most conservative wing of the Republican caucus, supporting the removal of Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House and eventually becoming chair of the House Freedom Caucus in January 2024. His endorsement of Ron DeSantis over Donald Trump in the 2024 Republican Party presidential primaries contributed to a difficult 2024 primary challenge from state senator John McGuire, who was recruited by McCarthy allies and endorsed by Trump. Good lost the primary by a margin of 0.6% and, after an unsuccessful recount, left Congress at the end of his second term in January 2025.[1]

Early Life

Robert George Good was born on September 11, 1965, in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania.[2] Details about his childhood and family background in Pennsylvania are limited in publicly available sources. Good eventually relocated to Virginia, where he would build his career and enter public life. He settled in Campbell County, Virginia, a rural area in the central part of the state adjacent to the city of Lynchburg, which is home to Liberty University. Good became deeply rooted in the community and would later represent the Sunburst district on the Campbell County Board of Supervisors.[3]

Education

Good attended Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree. He subsequently returned to Liberty University to complete a Master of Business Administration (MBA).[2] His educational background at the institution founded by Jerry Falwell would shape both his professional career and his political identity, as Good maintained close ties to the university for decades after his graduation.

Career

Early Professional Career

After completing his education, Good built a career in both the private sector and higher education. He worked for Citi, the multinational financial services corporation, though the specific duration and nature of this role are not extensively documented in available sources.[3] Good also spent a significant portion of his professional life at Liberty University, where he worked in various capacities including within the university's athletics department, eventually serving as an athletic director. His long tenure at Liberty University established him as a prominent figure in the Lynchburg-area community and provided a foundation for his eventual entry into politics.[4]

Campbell County Board of Supervisors

Good entered elected politics in 2015 when he won a seat on the Campbell County Board of Supervisors, representing the Sunburst district. He took office on January 1, 2016, succeeding Steven Shockley.[2] During his time on the board, Good focused on local governance issues affecting the rural county. He served through December 31, 2019, when Shockley returned to the seat. Good's tenure on the board gave him experience in local government and helped build name recognition in the region, which overlapped with Virginia's 5th congressional district.[3]

2020 Congressional Campaign

In September 2019, Good announced his intention to challenge incumbent Republican congressman Denver Riggleman in a primary for Virginia's 5th congressional district.[5] The challenge was rooted in social conservative discontent with Riggleman, who had officiated a same-sex wedding for two of his campaign volunteers in 2019, an act that drew sharp criticism from many Republican activists in the district.[6][7]

The 5th District Republican Committee opted to hold a drive-through nominating convention rather than a traditional primary election, a decision that proved controversial. The convention was held on June 13, 2020, with delegates casting ballots at a single location in Lynchburg.[8] Good defeated Riggleman in the convention vote, a result that drew national attention as an example of the tensions within the Republican Party over social issues.[9][10] Riggleman contested the results, alleging irregularities in the convention process, but the outcome stood.

In the November 2020 general election, Good won the seat in Virginia's 5th congressional district, a largely rural and conservative-leaning area spanning from the Shenandoah Valley through central Virginia to the state's Southside region.[11][12]

U.S. House of Representatives (2021–2025)

First Term (2021–2023)

Good took office on January 3, 2021, succeeding Riggleman as the representative for Virginia's 5th congressional district.[13] From the outset, Good positioned himself as one of the most conservative members of the House Republican conference. He joined the House Freedom Caucus and the Republican Study Committee, aligning with the right flank of the party on fiscal and social policy matters.[14]

In March 2021, Good was among a small group of Republican members who voted against awarding Congressional Gold Medals to the United States Capitol Police and other law enforcement officers who defended the United States Capitol during the January 6 attack. The vote attracted media scrutiny, with critics questioning the rationale for opposing the measure honoring officers who had protected members of Congress during the breach of the Capitol.[15][16]

Removal of Kevin McCarthy and Freedom Caucus Leadership

Good was a prominent supporter of the effort to remove Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House in October 2023. This action placed Good among a small but consequential group of Republican members who helped oust McCarthy from the speakership, an unprecedented event in American political history.

In January 2024, Good was elected chair of the House Freedom Caucus, succeeding Scott Perry of Pennsylvania.[1] The Freedom Caucus, a group of the most conservative House Republicans, had played an increasingly influential role in congressional dynamics, and Good's ascension to its leadership reflected his standing within the party's right wing. As chair, Good served as a spokesperson for the caucus's positions on government spending, immigration, and other policy areas.

2024 Republican Presidential Primary Endorsement

In a move that would have significant consequences for his political career, Good endorsed Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for president during the 2024 Republican Party presidential primaries, choosing the Florida governor over former President Donald Trump.[1] This decision placed Good at odds with a substantial portion of the Republican base in his district and with the broader national party apparatus that had coalesced around Trump. The endorsement was viewed by many political observers as a factor that made Good vulnerable in his own primary race.

2024 Primary Defeat

Good's endorsement of DeSantis, combined with his role in the removal of McCarthy as Speaker, made him a target for retribution from both Trump allies and McCarthy's political network. Virginia state senator John McGuire was recruited to challenge Good in the 2024 Republican primary, reportedly with encouragement from McCarthy and his allies. Trump endorsed McGuire, providing the challenger with a significant boost in a district where Trump remained popular.[1]

The June 2024 primary proved to be one of the closest congressional races in the country. McGuire defeated Good by a margin of just 0.6%, with the result certified on July 2, 2024.[1] Good requested a recount given the narrow margin, but the recount confirmed McGuire's victory. A Virginia court certified the recount results on August 1, 2024, cementing Good's defeat.[1]

The loss was considered a significant example of the political consequences of opposing Trump within the Republican Party. Good's defeat also illustrated the risk of intra-party challenges directed at members who had participated in the removal of McCarthy from the speakership.

Resignation from Freedom Caucus Chairmanship

Following his primary loss, Good continued to serve out his term as the representative for Virginia's 5th congressional district. On September 17, 2024, he resigned as chair of the House Freedom Caucus and was succeeded by Representative Andy Harris of Maryland.[1] Good's term in Congress ended on January 3, 2025, when McGuire was sworn in as his successor.[13]

Post-Congressional Career

After leaving Congress, Good has remained active in political commentary. In May 2025, he appeared on Fox News to criticize Republican leadership, calling out what he described as "the big glaring weakness for all of Republican government," blaming "all Republican leadership" for failing to address key conservative priorities.[17]

Good has also been weighing a potential return to elected office. As of August 2025, he indicated that he was considering a challenge to McGuire in the 2026 election cycle for Virginia's 5th congressional district, though he had not made a final decision.[18] By September 2025, Good stated that he would make his decision in "the weeks ahead," signaling that a rematch remained a possibility.[19] Reports from December 2025 indicated that multiple challengers were already positioning themselves for the 2026 race in the 5th district.[20]

Good has made appearances on various media programs and podcasts to provide political analysis and discuss his experience in Congress.[21][22]

Personal Life

Good resides in Campbell County, Virginia. He has three children.[2] Good's personal and political identity has been closely intertwined with his connection to Liberty University and the conservative Christian community in the Lynchburg, Virginia, area. Specific details about his spouse and family life beyond these publicly documented facts are limited in available sources.

Legacy

Good's tenure in Congress, while spanning only two terms, intersected with several consequential moments in Republican Party politics. His initial victory over Denver Riggleman in 2020 was seen as an early indicator of the power of social conservative activists within Republican nominating processes, particularly in conventions where motivated grassroots organizations could exercise outsized influence compared to broader primary electorates.[9][7]

His role in the removal of Kevin McCarthy as Speaker in October 2023 placed him among a handful of Republican members who reshaped the House's leadership dynamics. The subsequent political fallout—culminating in McCarthy allies recruiting and supporting McGuire to defeat Good in a primary—illustrated the internal consequences of factional conflicts within the Republican conference.

Good's 2024 primary loss, driven in part by his endorsement of DeSantis over Trump, became a prominent case study in the political risks faced by Republican officeholders who deviated from support of Trump during the 2024 presidential primary cycle. The narrow margin of his defeat—0.6%—underscored both the competitiveness of the race and the decisive impact that a presidential endorsement could have in a down-ballot Republican primary.[1]

As chair of the House Freedom Caucus, even for a relatively brief period, Good contributed to the caucus's role as a significant force in congressional negotiations over government spending, border policy, and other conservative priorities. His successor, Andy Harris, inherited a caucus that had demonstrated its capacity to influence House leadership decisions in dramatic fashion.

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 TerkelAmandaAmanda"House Freedom Caucus Chairman Bob Good loses Virginia primary recount".NBC News.August 1, 2024.https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/house-freedom-caucus-chairman-bob-good-loses-virginia-primary-recount-rcna164672.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 "GOOD, Bob".Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.http://bioguide.congress.gov/scripts/biodisplay.pl?index=G000595.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 "Rep.-elect Bob Good (R-Va.-05)".The Hill.https://thehill.com/new-members-guide-2020/527852-rep-elect-bob-good-r-va-05.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  4. ↑ "Liberty University official to launch primary challenge to GOP's Riggleman".The Hill.September 19, 2019.https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/462843-liberty-university-official-to-launch-primary-challenge-to-gops-riggleman.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  5. ↑ "Liberty University official to launch primary challenge to GOP's Riggleman".The Hill.September 19, 2019.https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/462843-liberty-university-official-to-launch-primary-challenge-to-gops-riggleman.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  6. ↑ "How a Gay Wedding Fractured Virginia Republicans".VPM.https://vpm.org/news/articles/14025/how-a-gay-wedding-fractured-virginia-republicans.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 GreenEmmaEmma"The Republican Congressman Who Lost His Seat Over a Gay Wedding".The Atlantic.June 14, 2020.https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2020/06/riggleman-same-sex-marriage/612991/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  8. ↑ "Virginia roll-in vote to pick GOP House candidate".Fairfield Citizen.June 13, 2020.https://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/Virginia-roll-in-vote-to-pick-GOP-House-candidate-15331463.php.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  9. ↑ 9.0 9.1 "Virginia Rep. Riggleman, Who Presided Over Same-Sex Wedding, Loses Republican Primary".NPR.June 14, 2020.https://www.npr.org/2020/06/14/876760073/virginia-rep-riggleman-who-presided-over-same-sex-wedding-loses-republican-prima.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  10. ↑ "Challenger Bob Good ousts Rep. Denver Riggleman at 5th District GOP nominating convention".Richmond Times-Dispatch.June 13, 2020.https://richmond.com/update-challenger-bob-good-ousts-rep-denver-riggleman-at-5th-district-gop-nominating-convention/article_9795cb38-7df3-5fa1-ac6e-34129fcf1fb3.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  11. ↑ "Virginia: Bob Good".The New York Times.November 4, 2020.https://www.nytimes.com/2020/11/04/us/politics/virginia-bob-good.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  12. ↑ "November 2020 General Election Results — Congress".Virginia Department of Elections.https://results.elections.virginia.gov/vaelections/2020%20November%20General/Site/Congress.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  13. ↑ 13.0 13.1 "Representative Bob Good".Congress.gov.https://www.congress.gov/member/bob-good/G000595.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  14. ↑ "Committees and Caucuses".Office of Congressman Bob Good.https://good.house.gov/about/committees-and-caucuses.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  15. ↑ "House votes on congressional Gold Medal for Capitol police".CNN.March 17, 2021.https://www.cnn.com/2021/03/17/politics/house-votes-congressional-gold-medal/index.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  16. ↑ "Republicans vote against honoring Capitol police".The Guardian.March 18, 2021.http://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2021/mar/18/republicans-vote-against-honoring-capitol-police.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  17. ↑ "Former Freedom Caucus Chair Bob Good calls out 'the big glaring weakness for all of Republican government'".Fox News.May 19, 2025.https://www.foxnews.com/politics/former-freedom-caucus-chair-bob-good-calls-out-big-glaring-weakness-all-republican-government.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  18. ↑ "Bob Good undecided on challenging John McGuire in Fifth District".Cville Right Now.August 4, 2025.https://cvillerightnow.com/news/208802-bob-good-undecided-on-challenging-john-mcguire-in-fifth-district/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  19. ↑ "Good to decide whether to challenge McGuire in the 'weeks ahead'".Cardinal News.September 8, 2025.https://cardinalnews.org/2025/09/08/good-to-decide-whether-to-challenge-mcguire-in-the-weeks-ahead/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  20. ↑ "Who's running in Virginia's 5th Congressional District in 2026?".VPM.December 15, 2025.https://www.vpm.org/elections/2025-12-15/va-congress-house-5th-cd-john-mcguire-charlottesville-danville-lynchburg.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  21. ↑ "The Schilling Show: Bob Good, Mike Kucharski, The C-Dogs Podcast".Cville Right Now.May 5, 2025.https://cvillerightnow.com/podcasts/the-schilling-show-bob-good-mike-kucharski-the-c-dogs-podcast/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  22. ↑ "The Schilling Show: Bob Good, Rolene Marks, Michael Sylvester".Cville Right Now.August 4, 2025.https://cvillerightnow.com/podcasts/the-schilling-show-bob-good-rolene-marks-michael-sylvester/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.

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