MD-01 Republican nominee?
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JUN 24, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleBusiness owner
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyConservative Republican
LocationMaryland
BackgroundBusiness owner
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Notable personal detailsChristopher Marc Bruneau Sr. is a Republican candidate for U.S. House in Maryland’s 1st Congressional District and previously ran in the 2024 Republican primary. He has described himself as a veteran, family man, and business owner. His federal campaign committee was registered with the FEC in 2023 for the 2024 cycle.
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Positions
Healthcare
The candidate supports keeping Medicare and Medicaid available but opposes additional taxpayer‑funded government healthcare programs. His campaign emphasizes limited federal government and reducing federal spending, suggesting opposition to broader government expansion of healthcare.
Immigration & Border
Supports stronger border security and enforcement; favors admitting only persons who enter the country legally and calls for stricter enforcement of existing immigration laws. Positions emphasize securing the southern border and preventing illegal entry rather than pathways to legalization or expanded asylum access.
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Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Supports substantial restrictions on abortion and opposes federal funding for abortion providers; says elective abortion should be allowed only in cases of threat to the mother’s life, rape, or incest, and favors tighter controls on chemical abortion medication.
Climate & Energy
The candidate states that man-made climate change is a global threat that requires urgent political action and supports energy/environment policies including expansion of a local nuclear plant. No evidence was found of support for Green New Deal–level proposals or for phasing out fossil fuels.
Public Safety & Guns
The candidate supports no restrictions on gun ownership and opposes redirecting police funds to community programs. He frames public safety in terms of strong law enforcement and individual gun rights.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20242024
LatestCycle 2024
Source: FEC
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