Seth Moulton

U.S. Representative, Marine Corps Officer

American Salem, Massachusetts

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Quick Info

ProfessionU.S. Representative, Marine Corps Officer
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth24/10/1978
Age47 years
BirthplaceSalem, Massachusetts

Latest News about Seth Moulton

15/10/2025

Seth Moulton announced that he would challenge Senator Ed Markey in the 2026 Massachusetts Democratic primary. He framed the race as a generational choice and positioned himself as a more aggressive alternative within the party.

13/09/2025

Moulton said his office received a large number of violent and graphic threats after he urged President Donald Trump to condemn political violence. The comments drew intense backlash and prompted concern about the safety of his staff and office.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameSeth Wilbur Moulton
DescriptionAmerican politician and Marine Corps combat veteran serving as U.S. Representative for Massachusetts's 6th congressional district since 2015. Member of the Democratic Party.

Educational Qualification(s)

UndergraduateB.S. in Physics, Harvard University (2001)
Graduate
  • M.B.A., Harvard University
  • Master's in Public Administration, Harvard University
SecondaryPhillips Academy Andover

Personal Life

MentorRev. Peter Gomes

Family

Married to Liz Boardman
Has 2 children

Career

Military Service
BranchUnited States Marine Corps
RankOfficer
Service Period2001-2008
ToursFour tours in Iraq
Roles
  • Infantry Officer
  • Platoon Commander (two tours)
  • Special Assistant to General David Petraeus (two tours)
  • Liaison to tribal leaders
DecorationsTwo decorations for heroism
Political Career
First Election2014 (defeated nine-term incumbent in primary)
General Election Result54% of vote
Current PositionU.S. Representative, Massachusetts 6th District
Term Start2015
PartyDemocratic Party
CommitteeHouse Armed Services Committee
Other Roles
Managing DirectorTexas Central (high-speed rail development)
FounderServe America (veteran and public servant recruitment organization)
Legislative Achievements
  • Created 988 National Suicide Lifeline
  • Faster Care for Veterans legislation
  • Government Travel modernization
  • ALS Disability Insurance
  • American High-Speed Rail Act
  • G.I. Bill Restoration Act for Black WWII veterans
  • New England Crossrail project
  • Over $1 billion in federal investment for district
RecognitionNamed Most Effective Freshman Democrat; Four Democracy Awards from Congressional Management Foundation

Social Media

Twitterhttps://twitter.com/sethmoulton
Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/CongressmanSethMoulton
Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/sethmoultonma/
YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/user/RepSethMoulton

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Joined Marines days after college graduation and months before 9/11 attacks
2. Among first troops to enter Baghdad in 2003
3. Used G.I. Bill to earn joint degrees in business and public administration
4. Founded Serve America, which helped flip over 24 seats from red to blue
5. Criticized President Obama on Iraq war deployment terminology
6. Interests include biotech entrepreneurialism and communication with young voters
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