Staff Reports
A brave retired Capitol Hill police officer is throwing his hat into the political ring, aiming to replace an outgoing Democratic congressman in Maryland. Harry Dunn, who made headlines for his testimony about the January 6 Capitol riot, is calling out “MAGA extremists” and pledging to put a stop to their antics. His decision to run for Congress is sparked by his desire to prevent a repeat of the chaos that unfolded on that fateful day.
Harry Dunn, former Capitol Police officer, cites Jan. 6 in bid for Maryland House seat https://t.co/DSVy6zrciA https://t.co/DSVy6zrciA
— Washington Examiner (@dcexaminer) January 5, 2024
The current congressman, John Sarbanes, is stepping down after nearly nine terms in Washington. He’s ready to shift his focus back to community service and nonprofit work. His campaign announcement coincides with the approaching third anniversary of the Capitol riot, and it’s clear that he’s not afraid to use his background as a Capitol Police Officer to gain attention and support for his cause.
The political landscape is heating up as the anniversary of the Capitol riot approaches. President Biden is expected to deliver a speech in Pennsylvania, emphasizing the need to protect democracy in the face of such violent actions. Democrats across the board are using the events of January 6 to rally their base and push their agenda. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump is firing back, accusing Biden of being the real threat to democracy. According to Trump and his allies, the current president is using his power to target political opponents and undermine the American democratic system.
