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U.S. Representative · Congressional District 3 · Maryland · 2026 Primary
A U.S. Representative serves as your district's voice in Congress, where they vote on federal laws, national budgets, and policies that impact daily life. They are responsible for securing federal funding for local infrastructure and helping residents resolve issues with federal agencies, such as the Social Security Administration or the Department of Veterans Affairs. This office matters because it ensures your community’s specific needs and priorities are represented in the national government.
View all candidates in this raceBerney Flowers is a retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel with over 21 years of service in national defense and cybersecurity, running for U.S. Representative in Maryland's 3rd Congressional District in 2024. He emphasizes service over self, term limits, fiscal responsibility, education reform, immigration enforcement, second amendment rights, and law enforcement support. Raised in a working-class family, he positions himself as a father, mentor, veteran, and public servant who believes people must come before politics. His campaign focuses on restoring trust, empowering families, and defending values that make America strong.
Sources: Campaign website
"Service Over Self. Always.
Send a Fighter, Not a Follower.
The American Way is under attack. I will defend our country. I will defend Maryland. Together, we can make the changes you want to see.
I've served my country in war zones. Now I'm ready to serve Maryland in Congress—with honor, transparency, and grit.
Source: berneyflowers.com
Fiscal Responsibility
Advocates for term limits and fiscal responsibility to end the cycle of waste in Washington. Hardworking families deserve to keep more of what they earn.
“"Berney will fight for lower taxes and responsible spending to end the cycle of waste in Washington." — Berney Flowers”
Education
Supports depoliticizing public schools, parental involvement, and local control. Highlights education as a transformative tool for national progress.
“"Empowerment Through Education Supports depoliticizing public schools Promoted parental involvement and local control"”
Immigration
It's time to defend our borders and protect American sovereignty. Berney supports strong immigration enforcement and policies that prioritize national safety.
“"It's time to defend our borders and protect American sovereignty. Berney supports strong immigration enforcement and policies that prioritize national safety."”
Second Amendment Rights
Our right to bear arms is non-negotiable. Berney stands firmly with law-abiding gun owners and opposes any effort to erode this fundamental freedom.
“"Our right to bear arms is non-negotiable. Berney stands firmly with law-abiding gun owners and opposes any effort to erode this fundamental freedom." — Berney Flowers”
Law Enforcement
Supports police officers as heroes who need resources and respect to keep communities safe.
“"Our police officers are heroes. Berney will ensure they have the resources and respect they need to keep our communities safe." — Flowers”
Energy Independence
America should never be at the mercy of foreign oil. Supports unleashing domestic energy production.
“"America should never be at the mercy of foreign oil. Berney supports unleashing domestic energy production to fuel our economy and secure our future." — Flowers”
External coverage from Maryland Matters notes Berney Flowers as a Republican candidate in the race to replace Rep. John Sarbanes (D) in Maryland's 3rd District. According to IvoteGuide, he has received endorsements from Legacy Pac and Veterans For America First, with questionnaire responses showing his positions on abortion policy and religious liberty.
“"Empowerment Through Education Supports depoliticizing public schools Promoted parental involvement and local control"”
Source“"Advocates for term limits and fiscal responsibility"”
Source“"Our police officers are heroes. Berney will ensure they have the resources and respect they need to keep our communities safe."”
Source“"It's time to defend our borders and protect American sovereignty. Berney supports strong immigration enforcement and policies that prioritize national safety."”
Source“"With over 20 years in the U.S. Air Force and Department of Defense, Berney brings unmatched experience and discipline to the table."”
Source“"Hardworking families deserve to keep more of what they earn. Berney will fight for lower taxes and responsible spending to end the cycle of waste in Washington."”
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