Meet Tom Cotton: The Controversial Republican Senator
Early Life and Education
Thomas Bryant Cotton, known as Tom Cotton, was born on May 13, 1977, in Dardanelle, Arkansas. He graduated from Harvard College and Harvard Law School before serving as a captain in the U.S. Army.
Political Career
Cotton was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2012 and served until 2015. He was elected to the U.S. Senate in 2014, where he has been a vocal critic of President Barack Obama and a staunch supporter of President Donald Trump.
Controversies
Cotton has been a controversial figure throughout his political career. He is known for his hawkish foreign policy views and his opposition to immigration and LGBT rights. He has also been accused of racism and Islamophobia.
Current Role
Cotton is currently serving as the junior United States senator from Arkansas. He is a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, the Senate Intelligence Committee, and the Senate Judiciary Committee.
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