MD · Candidate
Michael Riker
RCandidate
On the ballot Nov 3, 2026: Maryland House of Delegates District 23
Biography
Michael Riker is the Republican nominee for the Maryland House of Delegates, District 23 (3 seats), in the November 3, 2026 general election.[1][2] In a Ballotpedia survey, he described himself as a retired Prince George's County police detective.[3]
Michael Riker graduated from Crossland High School and has a career in law enforcement.[2] In a Ballotpedia survey, he said he has lived in the county and in Maryland since 1968.[3] He led the June 23, 2026 Republican primary with 50.7% of the vote.[2] His stated campaign messages are no new taxes and fees, strong support for public safety, and repeal of vehicle registration fees.[3]
- 1.Maryland House of Delegates elections, 2026 · Ballotpedia Reference
- 2.Michael Riker · Ballotpedia Reference
- 3.Michael Riker - Candidate Connection survey (2026) · Ballotpedia Candidate's own words
Researched from the cited sources on 2026-10-21. Not yet independently fact-checked.
Maryland House of Delegates District 23
Michael Riker is on the Nov 3, 2026 ballot for Maryland House of Delegates District 23 as R. Not researched in depth — candidate list only.
Other candidates for this seat
Kym TaylorDelegate · District 23DAlso on the 2026 ballot: Maryland House of Delegates District 23Maryland
Marvin HolmesDelegate · District 23DAlso on the 2026 ballot: Maryland House of Delegates District 23Maryland