Anne-Leigh Moe Confirmed as Federal Judge in Narrow Senate Vote
The Senate voted 53–46 to confirm Anne-Leigh Gaylord Moe as a U.S.
District Judge for the Middle District of Florida —
a close win that marks another step in President Trump’s push to reshape the federal judiciary.
Trump praised the decision, saying, “She will uphold LAW AND ORDER,
unlike activist judges who put the safety of illegal criminals over the safety of Americans.”
Judicial Background
Moe has over 20 years of experience, serving on Florida’s Second District Court of Appeal and previously as a circuit judge in Hillsborough County.
A former prosecutor, she is known for her “commitment to justice and integrity,”
according to former colleague Gregory Townsend.
Partisan Divide
All Republicans voted for her confirmation; nearly all Democrats opposed it,
citing concerns over her conservative record.
Senator Lindsey Graham defended her as “exactly the kind of judge the American people deserve.”
Ongoing Impact
Moe’s appointment strengthens Trump’s lasting influence over the courts.
Analysts say her rulings in Florida — a politically pivotal region —
could shape national legal debates on immigration, civil rights, and constitutional law for years to come.
