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Cheryl Riley

RepublicanFirst-time candidate

A Republican and public relations executive, Riley is running for this first U.S. House bid from Maryland's 8th Congressional District. She emphasizes public safety, reducing taxes, addressing the drug crisis, and ensuring transparency in government.

From the candidate’s published profile

Background

Cheryl Riley was born in Washington, D.C. and grew up in Montgomery County, Maryland. She took classes at Montgomery College and the University of Maryland, College Park. Her professional experience includes working as a public relations executive.[1][2]

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Campaign website

Riley’s campaign website stated the following:

SAFETY

Crime has taken a stranglehold on our county and our state. I will push to unbridle our dedicated police officers from the crippling restrictions placed on them by the corrupt democrats. Safety of ALL residents is my top priority, including the safety of our children.

FINANCIAL GROWTH & PROPSERITY

I will end the over-bearing tax burden placed on our residents by democrats and help lift everyone into prosperity.

HOUSING

Viable housing options will be created to support affordable housing for ALL residents.

TRANSPARENCY

No more double-speak/gaslighting to hide vital facts or "push" untenable projects that only benefit special interests.

END OUR DRUG CRISIS

I will work with our dedicated police force as well as state and local officials to create EFFECTIVE solutions to the drug crisis plaguing our district.

UNITY

I will heal the harmful divisions sewn by the corrupt democrats and ensure ALL citizens are equally represented.[3]

—Cheryl Riley’s campaign website (2024)[4]

On the 2026 ballot

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Compiled from the candidate’s published profile as of September 30, 2026 and FEC filings.

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