Riley Moore’s Candidacy for Congress
Riley Moore, a Republican, is running for Congress in West Virginia’s 2nd Congressional District in 2024. He currently serves as West Virginia’s state treasurer and was elected to that position in 2020 after serving in the state House of Delegates. The seat Moore is running for is currently occupied by Republican U.S. Rep. Alex Mooney, who has endorsed Moore’s 2024 House bid. Moore’s record as an advocate for issues like the Second Amendment is highlighted as a strong qualification for his congressional representation.
Advocacy and Priorities
During his time as West Virginia State Treasurer, Moore prioritized combating environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) standards used by large asset managers and banks that diverted capital away from fossil fuels. He has banned five major banks from doing business with West Virginia, claiming that the banks were boycotting fossil fuel companies to advance a green agenda. Moore plans to address these investing strategies through national legislation if elected to Congress in 2024.