Immigration
Calls for sealing the border and putting U.S. citizens first in federal policy.
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THE 2026 CANDIDATE FILE
Cheryl Riley
Candidate for U.S. House · Maryland · District 8
THE PERSON
Background
Cheryl Riley is the Republican candidate in Maryland’s 8th Congressional District. Her campaign biography says she grew up in Montgomery County and describes her political approach as constitutional conservatism.
Roots
- Raised in: Montgomery County, Maryland
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THE POLICIES
Where they stand
Campaign promises are labeled separately from past actions. These are sourced positions, not endorsements or predictions. No stance is assigned from party affiliation.
Economy
Supports reducing taxes, fees and regulation on businesses, and policies favoring American workers and businesses.
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Supports expanding energy production to promote jobs and lower costs; the reviewed page does not specify an energy mix.
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Supports parental authority in education and an emphasis on history and academic achievement.
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Supports Second Amendment protections and backing law enforcement.
Source checked October 27, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.THE ELECTION
Ballot & sources
U.S. House · District 8 · November 3, 2026
Candidate listing checked October 21, 2026.
Maryland State Board of Elections · 2026 general election candidates ↗The candidate’s name and party follow the official ballot source. Backgrounds and issue positions are checked separately. A candidate is not an officeholder-elect unless a verified result establishes that status.