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Former Virginia 5th District Rep. Denver Riggleman hired as senior staff in Jan. 6 committee

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A House committee investigating the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol has hired former Republican Rep. Denver Riggleman as a senior staff member, bringing on the one-term Virginia lawmaker as GOP leaders have criticized the panel as too partisan.

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Jan. 6 panel hires former House Republican to senior staff

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A House committee investigating the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol has hired former Republican Rep. Denver Riggleman as a senior staff member, bringing on the one-term Virginia lawmaker as GOP leaders have criticized the panel as too partisan.

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In Virginia, Trump's election lies look like a GOP liability

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The national Republican Party has increasingly embraced former President Donald Trump's false claims of fraud in the 2020 election.

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A convention, not a primary, will determine Virginia’s Republican gubernatorial candidate

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While 2020 was a big election for the United States, 2021 will be when Virginians vote on who will lead the Commonwealth.

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Some in GOP break with Trump over baseless vote-fraud claims

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Trump did not back up his claims with any details or evidence, and state and federal officials have not reported any instances of widespread voter fraud. Counting votes is often “long” and “frustrating,” Romney said. Most in the GOP take pains to avoid directly criticizing Trump, even when they find his conduct unhelpful or offensive to their values and goals. But one of Trump’s top congressional supporters said he supports efforts to question the vote counting process and is donating money to shore up legal challenges. Chris Christie, a Trump ally who is an analyst for ABC News, said there was no basis for Trump's argument.

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Republican Bob Good wins Virginia’s 5th Congressional District

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ROANOKE, Va. – Republican Bob Good is declaring victory and his challenger has conceded in one of the most competitive House races across the country. U.S. House - 5th District In 2018, Republican Denver Riggleman defeated Democrat Leslie Cockburn with 53.27% of the vote in this district. Good says he will represent the 5th District in the U.S. House of Representatives, defeating Democrat Cameron Webb. A central issue that has arisen in the fight for the 5th District seat has been surrounding support for law enforcement and defunding the police. Both Good and Webb agreed it was important to find ways to unite the 5th District and bounce back after the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Results by locality for Virginia’s 5th Congressional District race between Webb and Good

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Democrat Cameron Webb and Republican Bob Good are running to represent Virginia’s 5th Congressional District. Currently, the district is represented by Denver Riggleman; however, the Republican lost in his party’s convention to Good. U.S. House - 5th District In 2018, Republican Denver Riggleman defeated Democrat Leslie Cockburn with 53.27% of the vote in this district. Interested in the results of other races? Use the picker:Find Race ResultsBelow is how each city and county in the 5th District voted this race:Get the latest Virginia Election news here

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General Election Results for Virginia’s 5th Congressional District race between Cameron Webb and Bob Good

Read full article: General Election Results for Virginia’s 5th Congressional District race between Cameron Webb and Bob Good

Democrat Cameron Webb and Republican Bob Good are each running to represent Virginia’s 5th Congressional District. Currently, the district is represented by Denver Riggleman; however, the Republican lost in his party’s convention to Good. U.S. House - 5th District In 2018, Republican Denver Riggleman defeated Democrat Leslie Cockburn with 53.27% of the vote in this district. Click here if you’d like to see a county-by-county breakdown of the votes in this raceInterested in the results of other races? Use the picker below:Find Race ResultsGet the latest Virginia Election news here

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Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam, local lawmakers react to Pres. Trump testing positive for COVID-19

Read full article: Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam, local lawmakers react to Pres. Trump testing positive for COVID-19

RICHMOND, Va. – Many lawmakers across the Commonwealth have spoken out after President Donald Trump announced that he had tested positive for coronavirus. Trump said early Friday that he and first lady Melania Trump have tested positive for the coronavirus. Tonight, @FLOTUS and I tested positive for COVID-19. — Ralph Northam (@GovernorVA) October 2, 2020Other lawmakers are speaking out and voicing their support for the president:President Trump is an amazing fighter! https://t.co/U58bSKwSn6 — Congressman Denver Riggleman (@RepRiggleman) October 2, 2020Wishing the President and the First Lady a speedy recovery from COVID-19.

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Candidates Bob Good, Cameron Webb take part in first forum in race for Virginia’s 5th District

Read full article: Candidates Bob Good, Cameron Webb take part in first forum in race for Virginia’s 5th District

The two men vying for Virginia’s 5th District Congressional seat met for the first time on the virtual stage on Wednesday. Cameron Webb, who is running as a Democrat, practices at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. Bob Good, the Republican candidate and former Campbell County Supervisor said one of his top priorities is investing more money and resources into law enforcement agencies. Folks want to know that they are safe and if you’re not safe, nothing else matters, and that’s the number one priority that folks want,” 5th District Republican Candidate Bob Good said. While the two candidates have different opinions on most political matters, both agreed in finding ways to unite the 5th District and bounce back after the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Dr. Cameron Webb, 5th district candidate, meets with Danville voters

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On Friday afternoon, 5th district Congressional candidate Dr. Cameron Webb spoke with voters in Southside. The Democrat held a meet-and-greet with leaders in Danville’s Dan Daniel Park and afterwards, spoke at the Danville Unity event. “This pandemic has hit a lot of places hard, it certainly has hit Danville hard. Mayor Jones is working hard, but folks still need some relief and that’s what I want to be a part of,” said Webb. The Democrat is up against Republican Bob Good for the 5th district.

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’It seems to be a race to the bottom’: Rep. Denver Riggleman criticizes GOP, considers leaving party

Read full article: ’It seems to be a race to the bottom’: Rep. Denver Riggleman criticizes GOP, considers leaving party

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Denver Riggleman is no longer hiding his concerns about his own party and the congressman said he may leave the Republican Party if the situation does not change. In an interview with 10 News on Wednesday, Virginia’s 5th District congressman criticized fellow Virginia GOP members as moving too far to the political right. “Republicans have always been about a big tent party, centered on individual liberty, and I think we’ve lost our way,” Riggleman said. “What if there was a governor who cares about the people of Virginia rather than just a party platform of moving on up?” Riggleman said. “If they can have a message of hope and a message that is not completely extremist, I think that’s the person that is going to win.”

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Rep. Denver Riggleman considers run for Virginia governor

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Congressman Denver Riggleman may make a run for Virginia governor as an independent. The 5th district representative told Bloomberg he is seriously considering a run after the Republican Party of Virginia nominated Bob Good at last months 5th district convention. Riggleman told Bloomberg that he lost his seat in congress, because I refused to be corrupt, I refused to kiss the ring, I refused to commit to supporting anything even close to racism or bigotry.Riggleman says hell make a decision in September or October.

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Dr. Cameron Webb wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House seat in Virginias 5th District

Read full article: Dr. Cameron Webb wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House seat in Virginias 5th District

Dr. Cameron Webb has won the Democratic nomination for the U.S. House seat in Virginias 5th District, according to the Associated Press. Webb will face Republican Bob Good in November. Earlier this month, Bob Good won the Republican convention in Lynchburg, defeating Rep. Denver Riggleman. According to Webbs campaign site, he was tapped by President Obama for the White House Fellowship. He also served on the White House Health Care Team and also worked on President Obamas My Brothers Keeper Initiative, where he helped tackle issues in education, workforce development and criminal justice reform.

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Election results for US House Virginia 5th District Democratic Primary on June 23, 2020

Read full article: Election results for US House Virginia 5th District Democratic Primary on June 23, 2020

ROANOKE, Va. – Four people are vying to represent Democrats on November’s ballot in the race for Virginia’s 5th US House District. Dr. Cameron Webb, Claire Russo, RD Huffstetler and John Lesinski are running to represent Democrats in a district that contains either all, or parts of 23 counties and cities in the state, stretching from Northern Virginia, all the way to the state border with North Carolina. Earlier this month, Bob Good won the Republican convention in Lynchburg, defeating Rep. Denver Riggleman. Good admits to missing an election filing deadline by a few days; however, he claims he was within the grace period so his name being on Novembers ballot should not be an issue. Here’s a breakdown of race results all 23 counties and cities that comprise the 5th District:Find more Virginia election results hereGet the latest election news here

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Virginia’s 5th District nominee Bob Good speaks out after convention win

Read full article: Virginia’s 5th District nominee Bob Good speaks out after convention win

LYNCHBURG, Va. – 5th District Republican nominee Bob Good is still riding high on his win Saturday. He admits he missed it by a few days but, “state code gives a 10-day grace period. It’s always approved within that grace period to be on the ballot, so we don’t have any concerns,” Good said. Good says the 5th District is known to never sway blue and it’s why he’s confident he’ll win. “This is a bright red conservative district, if we run a good strong campaign, we certainly should prevail in November,” Good said.

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High court decision spotlights GOP divide over LGBT rights

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WASHINGTON Democrats flooded Twitter and email inboxes this week with praise for the watershed Supreme Court decision shielding gay, lesbian and transgender people from job discrimination. The Supreme Court ruled in 2015 that the Constitution ensures a right for same-sex couples to marry. Kavanaugh voted against this weeks court ruling. The Supreme Court is always a hugely important issue to conservatives, Severino said Tuesday. If the courts ruling wasnt painful enough for Republicans, the opinion was written by Justice Neil Gorsuch, Trumps first Supreme Court appointee.

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Bob Good wins GOP nomination for 5th District Congressional seat

Read full article: Bob Good wins GOP nomination for 5th District Congressional seat

Challenger Bob Good knocked off incumbent 5th District Rep. Denver Riggleman in the district’s convention on Saturday. Good told his supporters shortly after 1 a.m. Sunday that he defeated Riggleman 58 percent to 42 percent. “We look forward to making the 5th District bright red again, as this is a strong conservative district,” Good told supporters in his victory speech. Good’s nomination was decided by a delegate system, in which more than 3,500 representatives from across the district cast ballots for their home areas. — Denver Riggleman (@Denver4VA) June 14, 2020Good dismissed Riggleman’s allegations in his victory speech.

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Delegates select GOP Fifth Congressional District nominee at drive-through convention

Read full article: Delegates select GOP Fifth Congressional District nominee at drive-through convention

LYNCHBURG, Va. – The Fifth Congressional District will likely know its Republican nominee on November’s ballot by the end of the weekend. Delegates chose between incumbent Rep. Denver Riggleman and former Campbell County Supervisor Bob Good during a drive-through convention at Tree of Life Ministries on Saturday. The conventions are normally conducted in person, but the district switched to a drive-through model due to COVID-19. However, Fifth Congressional District Republican Chairman Marvin Adams believes the party will unite no matter which candidate wins. 10 News attempted to contact Rep. Riggleman, but has not received a response.

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3,500 Republican delegates could travel to Lynchburg Saturday to select 5th District nominee

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LYNCHBURG, Va. Convention time is winding down for members of Virginias 5th District Republican Committee. The group is using its time to answer last minute questions on Facebook from delegates who will be voting during a unique convention. Riggleman came under fire by members of his own party last year after officiating a same-sex wedding. By the time that folk come to the convention they need to have their mind made up, Adams said. The 5th District stretches from Northern Virginia to the North Carolina border and is larger in land mass than the state of New Jersey.

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Congressmen Riggleman and Cline host town hall in Bedford

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BEDFORD, Va. - Republican Congressmen Denver Riggleman and Ben Cline hosted a joint town hall in Bedford Wednesday night. A crowd of more than 100 people filled the room at Central Virginia Community College in Bedford Wednesday for the event. Cline of the 6th District and Riggleman of the 5th District split the county. "Voters in this area are not as concerned about impeachment as they are concerned about, infrastructure, drugs and crime and immigration," Cline said. As questions continue about President Donald Trump's actions with foreign governments, both Republicans said they continue to back the President.

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Congressmen Denver Riggleman, Ben Cline holding joint town hall in Bedford

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BEDFORD, Va. - Constituents are invited to talk with their representatives about the issues facing Virginians. Two freshman Republican congressmen, Ben Cline and Denver Riggleman will be at Central Virginia Community College in Bedford on Wednesday, Oct. 9 at 1633 Venture Boulevard in Bedford. The registration website states that those who live in Bedford County will have first priority to ask questions. Those planning to attend are asked to register, click the above link, and bring identification to the event. There will be limited overflow seating for those who are unable to obtain a ticket.

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Local lawmakers, 10 News Political Analyst react to Pelosi's announcement of impeachment inquiry

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ROANOKE, Va. - Local lawmakers and 10 News Political Analyst, Dr. Ed Lynch, weigh in on the impeachment inquiry for President Trump. -- Congressman Morgan GriffithCongressman Ben Cline, representing Virginia's 6th district, released this statement:"House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has caved to those on the far-left of her party who are demanding an official impeachment inquiry. -- Congressman Ben ClineCongressman Denver Riggleman, representing Virginia's 5th district, tweeted:On the basis of an anonymous source, @TheDemocrats have decided to launch impeachment proceedings against @realDonaldTrump. Let's consider the source before we engage in political histrionics Congressman Denver Riggleman (@RepRiggleman) September 24, 2019U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine, who represents Virginia, tweeted:The House had no choice but to initiate a formal impeachment inquiry. -- Dr. Ed Lynch, 10 News Political AnalystCopyright 2019 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved.

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Rep. Denver Riggleman taking fire for officiating same-sex wedding

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A Republican congressman is taking fire from his own party for officiating a same-sex wedding. According to the Washington Post, Rep. Denver Riggleman has been scolded by a GOP county committee in Virginia's fifth congressional district. That's despite the fact that he voted along the party lines on LGBTQ-related bills. His communication director said in a statement, "the wedding involved two of Riggleman's friends, who also volunteered for his campaign." The statement said the couple asked Riggleman to officiate, which he was happy to do.

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