This is not an easy post for me. I’m a strong, fearless conservative candidate, who knew the risk when I took on my first race in 2022. This morning an anonymous caller threatened me directly after I answered my phone, like I always do as I get calls from Maryland constituents… pic.twitter.com/wdTZPxf4Q6
— Cheryl Riley (@Cheryl4moco) April 27, 2026
This is not an easy post for me. I’m a strong, fearless conservative candidate, who knew the risk when I took on my first race in 2022. This morning an anonymous caller threatened me directly after I answered my phone, like I always do as I get calls from Maryland constituents and want to give them the opportunity to engage, ask questions, and on a few occasions I’ve received calls from those who simply hate me because I’m not on the left, but 99% of those conversations always ended up with a kind “thank you for listening,” or “ While I don’t agree with everything you stand for, you have my vote because you’re fair, balanced and I’ve never been able to reach my representative in MD-8, Raskin.”
This morning’s call was so vicious, it shook me.. the tone, the threat, the absolute screaming out of control was jarring given the actions this weekend. I’m running for Congress against the radical establishment because we need fair elections, safety, and America First policies that keep us prosperous, safe and free. I’ve never hidden the fact that I’m just a normal citizen who wants to represent all constituents, who wants MD-8 and America to have genuine, representatives who want to honor the true purpose of being a civil servant… to work for the people and restore our republic. I’m not in this race for any other reason, but to do the job well… not to follow the status quo M.O. too many make their priority for self serving reasons over their oaths.
Again, I’m not living in fear… never, and am strong enough to allow the opinions of others who disagree with me.. it’s their right to free speech, but threats are not something I will tolerate. My family worries about me daily, and this call was horrific. I’ve reported it to Montgomery County PD and they are the best. I’ve always backed the blue, always will. It is now on file.
I wanted to share this incident because here’s the reality: Conservative challengers like me are sitting ducks with ZERO taxpayer protection. Incumbents get Capitol Police resources, security details, and teams. Meanwhile, candidates on the right live under the veil of potential dangerous attacks. Again, I am not living in fear, just sharing to shine a light on the sad state of affairs we face for simply running as genuine, non establishment, decent citizens who want to give voters a choice. I’m so grateful for the support I receive daily, and am in this race with my heart, my soul and my love for my district, county and state. ❤️🇺🇸✊✊✊
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