Maryland State Senator Sarah Elfreth (D) emerged victorious in the Democrat primary for Maryland’s 3rd congressional district, as projected by Decision Desk HQ. Among her opponents was former US Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn, who gained notoriety and praise from the corporate media due to his role during Jan. 6.

Elfreth clinched the primary amidst a competitive field on Tuesday.

Recent polling conducted on behalf of Dunn's campaign indicated a narrow lead for him over Elfreth, within the margin of error. Elfreth's House campaign has amassed over $1.4 million in fundraising, as per FEC records, although this falls short of Dunn's $4.5 million. Despite this financial gap, Elfreth is anticipated to smoothly advance to the general election in a district traditionally secure for Democrats, The Hill reports.

Earlier this year, Dunn wrote a breathless CNN op-ed, crying "racism" over Jan 6. "Three years ago, in that same building that filled me with such awe, I was immersed for what felt like countless hours in a profane mix of sweat, screams, shrieks, anger, death, fear, blood, broken limbs, spit, hatred, horror, racism and bigotry."

Of Dunn's claims in the media and before the J6 committee, The Blaze's Steve Baker writes: 

"Dunn is the most lauded police officer who participated in the events of January 6, 2021. He may be the most famous Capitol Police officer in history. Dunn rose to fame almost immediately after the events of that day, when he alleged in media interviews that rioters called him the 'N-word' 'numerous times.' The corporate press amplified his claims without question.

"Unlike other active-duty Capitol Police officers, Dunn seemingly had carte blanche to speak to the media. Dunn’s “N-word” stories began to evolve. Before long, as he told the New York Times, “20, 30, 40, 50 people” had surrounded him chanting racial slurs inside the Capitol Building.

"Then came Dunn’s tales of heroism while engaging in hand-to-hand fighting with the 'insurrectionists.' In interviews and in his 2023 book, 'Standing My Ground: A Capitol Police Officer's Fight for Accountability and Good Trouble After January 6th,' he claims he was left with 'bloody knuckles' by the end of the day because he had to 'punch' so many rioters. He also says he was covered in chemical sprays while battling protesters."

"Almost none of Dunn’s claims can be corroborated by the video evidence Blaze Media has obtained from Capitol CCTV, police body-worn cameras, and other open-source videos."

Dunn made Jan 6 the focal point of his failed campaign. He was endorsed by Nancy Pelosi.