Montgomery County, Maryland – Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, a Democrat from California, has thrown her support behind former Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn in his bid for the 3rd Congressional District seat in Maryland. Dunn gained recognition for his brave actions during the violent attack on the Capitol Building on January 6, 2021, with Pelosi commending his courage and dedication to protecting democracy.
Pelosi, who personally experienced Dunn’s bravery that fateful day, highlighted his unwavering commitment to safeguarding the Capitol, the Constitution, and the principles of democracy. The former House Speaker expressed gratitude for Dunn’s life-saving efforts towards her and her staff, as well as many others present in the Capitol during the insurrection. Dunn, in turn, shared his harrowing experiences from that day with the Select Committee to Investigate January 6th, as outlined in his memoir “Standing My Ground.”
Hailing from Baltimore, Pelosi voiced her confidence in Dunn’s ability to bring tangible results to the constituents of Maryland’s 3rd District. Despite facing stiff competition in the Democratic primary, Dunn’s fundraising efforts have seen considerable success, outpacing his opponents in financial support.
Criticism arose at a recent Democratic candidate forum concerning Dunn’s residency outside the district he aims to represent. While acknowledging his roots in Silver Spring and Prince George’s County, Dunn assured his familiarity with the areas covered by the seat, planning to relocate within the district if elected. The primary victor will ultimately face the Republican nominee selected from a pool of nine candidates in the general election.
In a statement following Pelosi’s endorsement, Dunn credited the Speaker as a driving force behind his campaign, emphasizing their shared vision for progress and commitment to addressing community challenges. With the primary scheduled for May 14 and the general election set for November 5, the race for Maryland’s 3rd Congressional District remains a focal point of political discourse and public interest.