Texas — 1st District

Nathaniel Moran

Supports strict border security and enforcement

Moran considers border security a vital national security priority and advocates for strict border enforcement and anti-trafficking measures. In Congress, he has voted for major immigration restriction bills, including mandatory detention for certain offenses and increased state enforcement authority.

• Supported the Secure the Border Act of 2023 (H.R. 2) to restrict asylum eligibility and mandate electronic worker verification.
• Voted for the Laken Riley Act (S. 5) to require detention of undocumented immigrants arrested for theft or burglary.
• Voted for H.R. 875 to make driving while impaired grounds for deportation or denial of entry for undocumented immigrants.
• Voted to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas (H.Res. 863).

“Judge Moran recognizes our safety and security depend on a secure border. Because the current administration refuses to act to secure our border, it is a full-scale national security issue. Judge Moran will take strong action to secure our border and stop the influx of drugs, human trafficking, and gang activity coming into our state.”

Nathaniel Moran

Opposes abortion and supports restrictions

Moran holds a strict pro-life stance, maintaining that human life begins at conception. He supported Texas's Heartbeat Bill and celebrated the Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade.

• Endorsed by anti-abortion advocacy groups Texas Right to Life and Texas Alliance for Life.
• Supported Texas's Heartbeat Bill during his local tenure and praised the overturning of Roe v. Wade.
• Pledges to protect unborn children at the federal level.

“Judge Moran believes life begins at conception. He is dedicated to protecting the life of every unborn child so they can fulfill their specific calling. Judge Moran has been proud to support the recently passed Heartbeat Bill in Texas and looks forward to the day when Roe v. Wade is overturned.”

Nathaniel Moran

Supports tax cuts and spending cuts

Moran focuses on lowering federal spending, cutting tax burdens, and eliminating government overreach to spur economic growth. He introduced the No Tax on Overtime Act and supported major tax relief and budget reconciliation measures.

• Introduced the No Tax on Overtime Act in the House in May 2025.
• Signed the Taxpayer Protection Pledge with Americans for Tax Reform.
• Voted for the 2025 budget reconciliation bill (H.R. 1 / One Big Beautiful Bill Act) and the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024.
• Voted for the Limit, Save, Grow Act of 2023 to cap federal spending and restore SNAP and TANF work requirements.

“The federal deficit is out of control, creating serious threats from foreign countries like China. Judge Moran knows that the government has no money – it all belongs to the taxpayers.”

Nathaniel Moran

Opposes firearm restrictions

Moran is a staunch supporter of Second Amendment rights and opposes federal gun control legislation. While serving as Smith County Judge, he led the effort to designate the county as a Second Amendment Sanctuary County.

• Presided over declaring Smith County a Second Amendment Sanctuary County.
• Opposes new federal gun restriction legislation and pledges to defend constitutional gun rights.

“The rights enshrined in the Constitution must be protected. Judge Moran is a strong proponent of the 2nd Amendment. As Smith County Judge, Moran presided over the effort to designate Smith County as a Sanctuary County for the 2nd Amendment, assuring all citizens that their constitutional rights are respected in Smith County.”

Nathaniel Moran

Supports countering foreign adversaries

Moran focuses on national security and foreign economic competition, particularly regarding China. He serves on the Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party and introduced legislation prohibiting business dealings with entities connected to forced labor in Xinjiang.

• Assigned to the House Select Committee on Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party.
• Introduced legislation to ban U.S. business dealings with companies tied to China's Xinjiang region.
• Endorsed by the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC).
• Voted for the FY 2024 and FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Acts.

“The federal deficit is out of control, creating serious threats from foreign countries like China.”

Nathaniel Moran

Supports voter ID and limited judicial scope

Moran supports restricting federal voting regulations to mandate strict citizenship verification and limiting the authority of federal courts to issue nationwide injunctions.

• Voted for the SAVE Act (H.R. 22) requiring documentary proof of citizenship for federal voter registration.
• Voted for the No Rogue Rulings Act (H.R. 1526) to restrict federal district courts from issuing nationwide injunctions.
• Voted for the Epstein Files Transparency Act (H.R. 4405) to release unclassified DOJ records.

“Ronald Reagan said it best when he stated, “…man is not free unless government is limited.” The current administration is trying to force its way into decisions that are best left to families and individuals.”

Nathaniel Moran

Supports expanding domestic fossil fuels

Moran advocates for increasing domestic production of oil, natural gas, and coal while curbing environmental regulations. He voted to eliminate federal provisions permitting ESG considerations in retirement plan investments.

• Voted for the Lower Energy Costs Act (H.R. 1) to expand oil, gas, and coal production and streamline energy permitting.
• Voted for H.J.Res. 30 to nullify Department of Labor rules allowing ESG factors in retirement plan investments.
• Supported repealing green energy tax credits in federal spending reduction proposals.

“Judge Moran will fight to return the values of personal liberty and family values to our nation.”

Nathaniel Moran

Supports capital access for rural communities

Representing an East Texas district with a large rural base, Moran advocates for financial and economic support for agricultural producers and rural businesses.

• Co-introduced legislation in April 2025 to expand access to capital for farmers and rural communities.
• Supported federal funding extensions for agricultural programs.

“East Texas is home. It’s where Nathaniel Moran grew up, raised his family, and built his career.”