Georgia State Senator Colton Moore (R) held an “urgent” fundraiser after being arrested on misdemeanor charges for obstructing law enforcement. He was detained while trying to attend the State of the State Address at the Capitol, despite being banned by House Speaker Jon Burns (R) due to negative comments about the late House Speaker David Ralston.

After posting bail of $1,000, Moore called for donations to the “Colton Moore Defense Fund,” stating that they would fight against what he termed “tyranny” and, according to the senator, the violation of the Constitution. The fundraiser was organized by Citizens Alliance of America Action, Inc.  The organization counts an oil company CEO and a insurance marketing agency as some of its top donors.  The group backs conservative candidates and agendas in several states across the country.

On the fundraiser’s website for Senator Moore, a provocative video drew parallels between Moore’s legal challenges and the charges faced by President-elect Donald Trump, aiming to rally support by framing his situation as part of a larger narrative of political victimization. In a statement, Moore expressed defiance, calling on his supporters to donate and stand against what he perceives as governmental overreach. “This is about more than just me; it’s about preserving our freedoms and holding those in power accountable,” he stated.