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On social media, Good detailed the process, noting that “the three-judge panel assigned to conduct the recount reconvened the court in Goochland County, after summoning both parties and five of the 24 registrars in the 5th District.” The five localities—Halifax, Amherst, Cumberland, and Mecklenburg counties, as well as the city of Danville—were called back to address discrepancies in their vote totals.
Good explained that “the judges worked with the five localities to correct some reporting errors, which cumulatively resulted in a four-vote increase to my vote total.” This adjustment brought the final vote count to 31,219 for Good and 31,585 for McGuire, a margin of 366 votes.
The recount process also involved a review of the costs associated with the proceedings. Good stated, “The presiding Judge Worrell also heard some challenges I made to the submitted charges for the recount cost and made some adjustments to arrive at a final bill of $88,918.72 for the 24 localities.” The court ruled that Good’s campaign would not be responsible for certain expenses, including portions of salaries for law enforcement and clerical staff, reducing the overall amount from an initial estimate.
Good concluded his statement by expressing his appreciation for the judges’ diligence, saying, “I appreciate the efforts of the judges to address some mistakes that had been identified after the recount.”
Meanwhile, McGuire took to social media to declare victory. “As of yesterday’s court hearing in Goochland County, it looks like all of the primary recount shenanigans are over,” McGuire posted. “What I said the night of the June 18 primary continues to hold true, the numbers are in and all paths lead to victory.” He urged party unity, adding, “We must unite!” and posted a photo of himself placing a campaign sign in a supporter’s yard.