Former U.S. Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn received endorsements from House Democratic Caucus heavyweights in his campaign for Congress.
Nancy Pelosi, former House Speaker, expressed her pride in endorsing @libradunn for Congress in #MD03, highlighting his commitment to defending democracy, fighting for Maryland, and advocating for transportation funding, lower taxes, and the protection of the Chesapeake Bay. Nancy Pelosi's Friday post stated her support for Harry Dunn. She emphasized his dedication to democracy, working for Maryland, and protecting the Chesapeake Bay. Dunn launched his campaign for Maryland's 3rd Congressional District in January and gained recognition for testifying about his experiences during the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.
Dunn Dunn began his campaign for Maryland’s 3rd Congressional District earlier this year and became well-known for his testimony regarding the Jan. 6 Capitol riot. Dunn's testimonial highlighted the attacks on Capitol Police and Metropolitan Police Department officers and the racial slurs directed at him by rioters.
Rep. Jim Clyburn from South Carolina also endorsed Dunn, emphasizing his confidence in Dunn's congressional run in a press release from Dunn’s campaign. Rep. Jim Clyburn expressed his support for Harry Dunn and highlighted his commitment to democracy in a Friday press release from Dunn’s campaign. Clyburn noted that he first got to know Harry as a public servant who protected democracy and commended his courage in speaking out against extremist threats to democracy since Jan. 6. He emphasized the importance of Dunn's experience, story, and selfless nature for achieving Democratic majority and delivering results for the American people.
In response to endorsements from Pelosi and Clyburn, Dunn expressed deep gratitude for Pelosi's endorsement and his longstanding admiration for Clyburn.
Dunn welcomed the support from Pelosi and Clyburn in statements, conveying his deep honor in receiving Pelosi's endorsement and his long-standing esteem for Clyburn. the endorsed Dunn's campaign received backing from prominent Democrats such as Reps. Adam Schiff, Bennie Thompson, Eric Swalwell, and Jasmine Crockett.
Harry Dunn, a former Capitol Police officer, received endorsements from key Democrats for his congressional bid on Jan. 6. received backing from other high-profile Democratic figures, including Reps. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), Bennie Thompson (D-Miss.), Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) and Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas).