Republican · Maryland's 6th District · 2026
Robin Ficker
Ficker is familiar to Washington basketball fans for his courtside heckling.
Biography
Robin Ficker's athletic record includes AAU submasters titles in the pentathlon and 600 yard run.1 Washington basketball fans also know him for years of courtside heckling at Bullets games, while his daughter, Desiree, became a professional triathlete.2 His current campaign biography describes him as a lifelong Marylander who raised his family, ran businesses and owns a farm in the state.3
Ficker attended West Point, earned a bachelor's degree at Case Institute of Technology and a law degree at the University of Baltimore, and completed a public administration master's at American University.1 He also served in the Army Reserve.1 He has worked as a real estate broker since his 2022 disbarment.4
His political record includes a term in the Maryland House of Delegates and repeated campaigns for state, local and federal office.5 He has organized Montgomery County ballot initiatives on property tax limits and term limits for county officials.3 His congressional campaign emphasizes cutting the national deficit, bringing jobs to Western Maryland and supporting President Donald Trump's House majority.5
Ficker also advocates expanded energy production, including nuclear power at Calvert Cliffs, stronger immigration enforcement and fewer restrictions on small businesses.6 He favors greater support for police and argues against releasing repeat violent offenders.6 He faces Democrat April McClain Delaney.7
Record and controversies
Disbarment and reinstatement request
Maryland's highest court disbarred Ficker in March 2022, citing repeated professional violations, including missed court appearances and lack of candor.8 On August 19, 2026, the court dismissed his reinstatement petition in a brief order that did not explain its reasoning.4 His petition said he had learned from his mistakes; bar counsel opposed reinstatement.4