Colton Moore is a Republican state senator from Georgia, representing the 53rd district. Born on October 10, 1993, in Trenton, Georgia, Moore has a background in auctioneering and commercial trucking. He graduated from the University of Georgia with degrees in political science and international affairs
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Moore’s political career began in the Georgia House of Representatives, where he served from January 2019 to January 2021. At 24, he became the youngest elected official in District 1’s history
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. In January 2023, he assumed office as a state senator
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Moore is known for his strong support of former President Donald Trump and his right-wing stance on various issues
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. His political journey has been marked by controversy and confrontation. In September 2023, he was expelled from the Senate Republican caucus for publicly criticizing fellow Republicans who opposed a special session to take action against Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis for indicting Trump
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One of the most notable incidents involving Moore occurred on January 16, 2025. He attempted to enter the Georgia House chamber during Governor Brian Kemp’s State of the State address, despite being banned from the chamber the previous year. The ban was imposed after Moore made controversial comments about the late House Speaker David Ralston, calling him “one of the most corrupt Georgia leaders we’ll ever see”
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Moore’s attempt to enter the chamber led to a physical altercation with House staff and Georgia State Patrol troopers. He was pushed to the ground and arrested for willful obstruction of law enforcement officers
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. The incident was captured on video and widely shared on social media
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Following his arrest, Moore was taken to the Fulton County Jail and charged with a misdemeanor
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. He was released on bail the same day and vowed to continue his legislative duties
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. Moore’s office released a statement condemning the arrest and accusing the House Speaker of targeting him for his pro-Trump stance
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Moore’s actions have sparked debate about the limits of free speech and the role of elected officials in challenging the status quo. His supporters view him as a champion of conservative values and a defender of constitutional rights, while his critics see him as a disruptive force in Georgia politics
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