In Georgia, there are two runoffs, although the winners face big odds in November in districts heavily in favor of the opposing party.
Rep. Bob Good (R-Va.) (C) speaks to reporters on Capitol Hill following a vote on April 19, 2024, in Washington. (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
**What to Watch in Today’s Primaries and Run-Offs in Virginia, Oklahoma, and Georgia**
Today, voters in Virginia, Oklahoma, and Georgia will cast their ballots in primary and run-off elections. The spotlight is on Virginia's Fifth Congressional District, where incumbent Rep. Bob Good (R-Va.) faces a challenge from state Sen. John McGuire. Good, chairman of the conservative House Freedom Caucus, is known for his endorsement of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis in the GOP presidential primary, a move that has sparked controversy among former President Donald Trump's supporters.
In addition to the congressional races, Virginia features a competitive GOP Senate primary to challenge Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.). The candidates include Navy veteran Hung Cao, former DeSantis advisor Scott Parkinson, constitutional attorney Jonathan Emord, Army veteran Eddie Garcia, and Chuck Smith.
Meanwhile, in other parts of Virginia, races to watch include the 2nd Congressional District, where Democrats seek to challenge Rep. Jen Kiggans (R-Va.), and the 7th Congressional District, an open race with numerous candidates vying to succeed Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D-Va.), who is running for governor.
Georgia and Oklahoma also have significant run-offs today, with outcomes that could shape the political landscape heading into November.
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This version focuses on summarizing the key races and candidates involved, while maintaining clarity and relevance to the ongoing primary elections.
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