About Mitchell P. Bupp

A Life of Service, Hard Work, and Speaking Truth to Power

Mitchell P. Bupp has spent his life serving his country, informing the public, and standing up for the principles that make America strong.

From the U.S. Marine Corps to national talk radio, from blue-collar worksites to media production studios, his journey reflects the values of Virginia’s 5th District — integrity, resilience, and a deep commitment to the truth.

A Voice for the People of Virginia’s 5th District

From the Marine Corps to media, from construction sites to radio studios, every step of Mitchell’s life has prepared him to fight for:

  • Constitutional freedoms

  • Government accountability

  • Transparent leadership

  • The protection of individual rights

Mitchell P. Bupp stands ready to serve the people of Virginia with honesty, courage, and unwavering conviction.

American flag waving in the wind against a dark sky.

Education

Mitchell holds two degrees in media and communications, which laid the foundation for his career in broadcasting, journalism, and public outreach.

  • Graduated Cum Laude, with coursework in:

    • Electronic journalism

    • Digital editing (Adobe Premiere)

    • Website and graphic design

    • Public service announcement production

    • Studio lighting and TV production

  • Also graduated Cum Laude, with focused training in:

    • Television studio work

    • Radio production

    • Script and news writing

    • Commercial and PSA production

    • Technical monitoring equipment (waveform, vector scope)

    • A cable advertising internship with Cox Cable

Military Service

Mitchell proudly served in the United States Marine Corps, Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 6th Marines (81MM Mortars).

  • The Good Conduct Ribbon is a U.S. military award given to service members who complete a period of service honorably and without disciplinary issues.

    • Excellent behavior

    • Clean disciplinary record

    • Faithful service

    • Efficient performance

  • This means the individual was formally recognized by the U.S. military for taking part in a major humanitarian mission—the Mariel Boatlift of 1980.

    Receiving this ribbon for that event indicates:

    • Directly supported rescue, recovery, or relief operations

    • Helped save lives during the refugee crisis

    • Assisted with the safe transport, processing, or emergency care of Cuban refugees

    • Served in an officially recognized humanitarian operation under extremely challenging conditions

    It highlights a role in a historic U.S. humanitarian mission, showing both courage and compassion in one of the largest mass migrations in modern American history.

  • Achieved the highest level of marksmanship qualification in the United States Marine Corps. The Marine Corps has three rifle qualification levels:

    1. Marksman – basic

    2. Sharpshooter – intermediate

    3. Expert – highest level

    Earning Expert Rifleman means consistently demonstrating:

    • Exceptional accuracy with the service rifle

    • The ability to hit targets at various distances, including long-range

    • Strong mastery of breathing, trigger control, and shooting positions

    • High performance during the Marine Corps annual rifle qualification course

    This qualification is a respected distinction in the Marines—it marks someone as a top-tier shooter, trusted with precision and discipline under pressure.

  • Successfully completed specialized Marine Corps training designed to prepare service members for the harshest and most extreme environments. This training included:

    • Cold Weather Warfare: Operating, surviving, and fighting in freezing temperatures, snow, and ice.

    • Mountain Warfare: Navigating and conducting missions in steep, rugged terrain, including rope work, climbing, and high-altitude survival.

    • Jungle Warfare: Training to move, survive, and fight in dense tropical environments, where heat, humidity, and limited visibility pose constant challenges.

    These programs are known for being physically demanding and mentally tough, and Marines who complete them are recognized for their adaptability, resilience, and advanced combat readiness.

Professional Experience & Real-World Work

Before broadcasting, Mitchell gained firsthand experience across a broad spectrum of industries, giving him a deep understanding of the challenges everyday Americans face. His diverse background reflects decades of hard work, personal responsibility, and a strong commitment to serving his community.

  • Handled securing, cleaning, repairing, and maintaining foreclosed and abandoned homes to prevent deterioration. Responsibilities included documenting work with detailed photos and supervising subcontractors.

  • Worked on heavy construction sites performing concrete form work, basic carpentry, equipment handling, cleanup, and safety-compliant tasks involving regulated materials.

  • Wrote feature stories, covered community events, responded to local news calls, and provided photos for publication.

  • Managed inventory, stock placement, and product presentation across multiple retail stores while coordinating with store personnel.

  • Provided general home repair, maintenance, light computer troubleshooting, and eldercare services as an independent operator.

  • Delivered, positioned, and assembled hot tubs for residential customers, ensuring proper setup and explaining basic operation and maintenance.

  • Assisted with grounds maintenance, historical building restoration, carpentry, and general labor in support of park operations.

  • Created and managed an early independent media website featuring local news, photography, web design, streaming content, and multimedia production.

Broadcasting & Media Work

Since 2015, Mitchell has been a leading voice at Revolution Radio, hosting and producing multiple shows that expose political corruption, challenge media narratives, and engage millions of listeners.

    • Hosted independent debates

    • Interviewed national candidates

    • Broke down political dysfunction and government overreach

    • Reached 1.2–1.5+ million listeners per show across online platforms

  • A daily political commentary show airing Monday–Friday, with an audience of approximately 1.5 million listeners.

  • Mitchell also produces The Raw Deal with Dr. James Fetzer, coordinating guests and ensuring high-quality broadcast production.

Personal Life

The experiences, hobbies, and passions that shape Mitchell as a person, from his love of the outdoors to his commitment to community and connection with Virginia’s traditions.

  • Mitchell enjoys photography, NASCAR, hiking, hunting, and golf. These activities keep him active, engaged, and connected to the community he serves.

  • Through his outdoor activities and love for animals, Mitchell stays grounded and connected to the land, the people, and the traditions that make Virginia strong.