Senate Confirms Trump Nominee Anne-Leigh Moe as U.S. District Judge
The United States Senate on Tuesday confirmed President Donald Trump’s judicial nominee Anne-Leigh Moe to serve as a U.S. District Judge for the Middle District of Florida, marking yet another significant victory for the former president’s efforts to shape the federal judiciary. The Senate vote was 53–46, reflecting strong party-line support for Moe’s appointment.
Trump celebrated the confirmation with a post on his social media platform, Truth Social, where he praised Moe’s extensive judicial experience and commitment to public service.
“I am pleased to announce the nomination of Anne-Leigh Gaylord Moe to serve as Judge on the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida,” Trump wrote.
“Anne-Leigh has fiercely advocated for Sunshine State residents as a Judge on Florida’s Second District Court of Appeals, and as Trial Judge on Florida’s Thirteenth Judicial Circuit Court. Anne-Leigh will prioritize LAW AND ORDER unlike other activist Judges who put the safety of Illegal Criminals over the safety of AMERICANS. Congratulations Anne-Leigh!”
Moe brings a wealth of legal experience to the federal bench. She has served as a judge on Florida’s Second District Court of Appeal since 2022, where she reviewed and decided on appeals that shaped legal precedent across the state. Prior to that, she spent nearly a decade as a circuit judge in Florida’s Thirteenth Judicial Circuit, which includes Hillsborough County, handling complex civil and criminal cases. Moe began her legal career as an assistant state attorney in Tampa, where she prosecuted cases on behalf of the state and gained firsthand experience in the courtroom.
Her confirmation represents a continuation of the Trump administration’s broader strategy to strengthen the federal judiciary by appointing judges who emphasize law and order and who interpret the Constitution according to its original intent. Over the past several years, Trump successfully filled hundreds of judicial vacancies across the country, leaving a lasting imprint on the federal courts.
Observers note that Moe’s appointment is likely to influence the judicial landscape of Florida for decades, given the lifetime tenure of federal judges. Her reputation for decisiveness, adherence to the rule of law, and focus on public safety aligns closely with Trump’s stated priorities for the federal judiciary.
Meanwhile, in broader political developments, President Trump has appeared in no hurry to address the ongoing government shutdown, according to analysis from CNN’s Harry Enten. The shutdown has created political tension in Washington, but Trump’s focus on judicial confirmations and other legacy-building initiatives demonstrates his continued influence on national governance, even after leaving the White House.
With Anne-Leigh Moe now confirmed, the Trump administration’s judicial impact continues to solidify, reinforcing a vision of federal courts that prioritizes law and order, public safety, and conservative legal principles. For Trump and his supporters, her confirmation is another milestone in reshaping the judiciary and ensuring that American courts reflect the values they believe are essential for the nation’s future.
