Capitol Police Officer Who Fought Off Rioters Runs for Congress
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Former U.S. Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn, who defended the Capitol on January 6, is running for Congress in Maryland's 3rd District
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Dunn testified before the January 6 House Select Committee and has criticized Trump and others for downplaying the violence
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He served on the Capitol Police force for 15 years before retiring
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Dunn is entering a crowded Democratic primary with 5 state lawmakers and 2 other candidates
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The winner of the Democratic primary will have an advantage in the November election in the overwhelmingly Democratic district