The Republican Jewish Coalition (RJC) has joined the growing list of organizations opposing Rep. Bob Good (R-Va.) in the upcoming GOP congressional primary for Virginia’s 5th Congressional District.
The RJC announced its endorsement of state Sen. John McGuire (R) on Monday, citing Good’s vote against a foreign aid package that included funding for Ukraine, Israel, and humanitarian aid for Gaza.
“Congressman Bob Good (VA-05) shamefully voted against this critical support for the Jewish state, abandoning Israel as it continues to fight for its very survival after the worst massacre of Jews since the Holocaust,” said RJC CEO Matt Brooks in a statement.
The House voted on Saturday to send a foreign aid package to the Senate for consideration, which gives about $61 billion for Ukraine, $26 billion for Israel, and $8 billion in the Indo-Pacific. Within the $26 billion allocated for Israel, close to $9.2 billion has been reserved for Gaza humanitarian assistance.
Good defended his vote, arguing that the aid for Israel was included in additional unpaid for spending and that he supports Israel’s right to defend itself.
“Rather than saddling American taxpayers with the bill, the Senate should have taken up the $14.2 billion paid-for Israel bill five months ago to help our ally,” he added, noting America’s debt.
The RJC is not the only high-profile Republican group to oppose Good. Republican Main Street Partnership is also looking to oust the Virginia Republican.
