From Builder to Unrelenting Activist
George E. McDermott is a longtime resident of Prince George's County, Maryland, who has transitioned from a career as a contractor, builder, and developer into a full-time victims' rights advocate and political candidate. Born in Cheverly, he has spent decades positioning himself as a watchdog of the state's judicial and governmental systems. His professional background in business and development, which he started in the late 1960s, eventually gave way to a multi-decade focus on what he describes as fighting systemic injustice. This personal mission appears to have been fueled by his own negative experiences with the legal system, which he claims made him a victim of the very corruption he now fights. According to his campaign materials, this
fight has spanned over 30 years and involved deep engagement with over 120 court cases.
A Career in Activism and Media
McDermott's activism is prolific and well-documented, primarily by himself. He operates several websites, including secretjustice.com, which serves as a vast repository of videos and documents alleging misconduct by judges, lawyers, and public officials. He frames this work as that of a grassroots reporter, creating content for outlets like "occupy the law.com" and "Maryland court watch.com". His stated goal is to expose what he calls "Judicial Treason / Terrorism" and to advocate for citizens he believes have been wronged by a biased corporate court system controlled by special interests. His activism often involves showing up to courthouses to support individuals he considers victims of the system, live-streaming events, and filing a constant stream of legal motions and appeals. These efforts are centered on exposing alleged deed fraud, extortion, and the use of forged or unsigned court orders to deprive citizens of their property and rights.
The Perennial Candidate
Beyond his activism, McDermott is perhaps best known as a perennial candidate for public office in Maryland. He has run for the U.S. House of Representatives in Maryland's 4th Congressional District multiple times, switching between the Democratic and Republican parties over the years. In 2024, he was the Republican nominee, challenging incumbent Democrat Glenn Ivey. His campaigns consistently run on a platform of restoring honesty, integrity, and accountability to government. He has also sought local office, including a run for Prince George's County Executive. His political stances are broadly conservative, supporting the repeal of the Affordable Care Act, emphasizing the protection of religious liberty, and advocating for a strong border wall. However, on the issue of abortion, he has expressed support for a woman's right to choose, citing concerns about the accountability of the child protective services system.
Legal Battles and Controversies
McDermott's career is marked by constant legal conflict. His own websites catalogue numerous cases and confrontations with the legal establishment in Maryland and Washington, D.C. He frequently alleges that courts dismiss his cases using unsigned orders and that officials are engaged in a cover-up. His confrontational style has put him at odds with numerous public officials. He describes his fight as being against the "Maryland Mafia" and its agents within the state legislature and judicial system. This relentless crusade has made him a highly polarizing figure. While his supporters see him as a tireless champion for justice, helping those with nowhere else to turn, detractors view his methods and claims with skepticism. His websites are filled with testimonials from people who claim he helped them when no one else would, but his activism exists on the fringes of mainstream political and legal discourse.
