Republican Party - Washington County, MD
Republican Party - Washington County, MD


Fighting for hard-working Maryland families, aiming to lower taxes, secure our communities, and protect your constitutional rights.

Maryland Deserves Better.
Sonya is not a career politician—she is a servant-leader who has spent her life solving problems, strengthening communities, and helping organizations operate more effectively. As Comptroller, she will bring transparency, accountability, and common-sense financial leadership to protect taxpayer dollars and restore public trust.

A proven Maryland attorney with decades of real law practice serving and fighting for the people. As your Attorney General, Jim will employ his vast experience to stand up for Marylanders.

U.S Army veteran and lifelong Marylander, Ficker will Secure the border. Fight for conservative values. Tackle rising crime. Incentivize jobs. Maintain high educational standards. Defend 2nd Amendment. Win AI race. Confront Putin. And restore fiscal discipline, stop wasteful spending, bring accountability back, and put taxpayers first.

McKay is a passionate champion for Western Maryland and the state’s rural communities, especially in the areas of economic and workforce development and healthcare.

Paul lives in Hagerstown with his wife, Kerri, and daughter, Samantha, and their Golden Retriever, Chewie. As the current Senator for District 2 he is committed to helping our County identify and make the most of the opportunities; Fighting for Safe Neighborhoods and Strong Schools; Fiscal Responsibility & Accountability; Growth & Development

Terry Baker is a small business owner, outdoorsman, and a long-time public servant; he is honest, dependable and approachable. He has been the Maryland Delegate for District 1C since 2023, currently serving on the environment and transportation committees and the Department of Natural Resources and energy subcommittees.
A man who is running for you!

Delegate William Valentine currently serves as the Ranking Republican Member on the House Judiciary Committee. He resides in the Emmitsburg area with his wife Lisa.
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Representing District 2A since 2015, Delegate Wivell is currently assigned to the Economic Matters Committee.

Brenda J. Thiam is a Republican leader, educator, and community advocate. Brenda made history as the first African-American Republican woman to serve in the Maryland General Assembly. She is running to make a difference and will fight for common sense solutions that create opportunity, support families and lower taxes. www.brendafordelegate.com

John Barr, a fourth-term County Commissioner, raised in Boonsboro, and is a Master Electrician in five states. Barr is active in various service organizations and community projects. An active Past President of the Maryland Association of Counties, he fights for state resources to make our County more prosperous.

Charles (Charlie) Burkett is an entrepreneur by nature, Charlie built and operated three successful businesses. He currently serves as Assistant Pastor at Calvary Chapel Cumberland Valley. After serving two years on the BOCC, he now serves on the Board of Education. https://charlesburkettforwashingtoncounty.com/

Jeff Cline, a fourth-term County Commissioner, graduated from Williamsport High School and Hagerstown Community College. Cline has experience as a Realtor and graduated from the Maryland Association of Realtors’ 2008 Leadership Academy and received the Graduate of Realtor Institute (GRI) designation. He is also a graduate of Leadership Washington County Class 26.

Appointed in 2025, Randy Leatherman, has served on the Hagerstown Regional Airport Advisory Committee, Washington County Republican Central Committee, and various fire departments in the County. Recognized for his public safely work, he received the Fairfax County Fire Department Bronze Medal for Lifesaving and the Air National Guard’s Meritorious Service Medal.

Dan Young is a Fire Captain and EMS Supervisor for one of the nation’s major metropolitan fire departments in Northern Virginia. Dan is a strong supporter of The Constitution and Second Amendment; and as a conservative Republican, he advocates a platform of traditional values, public safety and smart development.

Protect girls sports
Real education (reading, writing, math, science) not indoctrination
Protect parental rights
Current Board President, Darrell Evans, taught Math and Special Education for 10 years; and strives to create opportunities for students.
Mike Guessford is in his third term as an elected school board member. H
Protect girls sports
Real education (reading, writing, math, science) not indoctrination
Protect parental rights
Current Board President, Darrell Evans, taught Math and Special Education for 10 years; and strives to create opportunities for students.
Mike Guessford is in his third term as an elected school board member. He was motivated to join the Board when his grandchildren entered the school system. He is a graduate of WCPS and has lived in Washington County his entire life.

John McElroy brings current, practical expertise that deserves your consideration. He has 18 years of dedicated public service with the U.S. Department of the Treasury - Internal Revenue Service, which underpins the depth of experience.

Gina M. Cirincion is the first female to hold the office of State's Attorney in Washington County. She is a dedicated public servant, lifelong Republican, and is married to a 37-year police veteran.

Kevin R. Tucker was appointed Acting Clerk of Court for Washington County in 2018 and elected the Clerk of Court in 2018 and 2022. Mr. Tucker’s goal for his office is to provide to the citizens of Washington County, a well-trained and courteous staff that will provide fair and equitable access to justice.

Elected in 2022, Lacy Flook brings over 20 years of experience in Estate Administration: 10 years with a private Attorney and the most recent decade she worked at the Register of Wills for Frederick County.

Re-elect Republicans:
Paul Bannister
Debra Breeding
Jim Nipps

Sheriff Brian Albert is proud to serve the people of Washington County. Elected in 2022, Brian brings decades of proven leadership, experience, and integrity to the Sheriff’s Office. Brian is committed to strong leadership, safe neighborhoods, and putting Washington County first—today and for the future.
EARLY VOTING OCTOBER 22 TO OCTOBER 29 (7AM - 8PM)

Washington County Republican Central Committee