Rep. Thomas Massie Marries Former Congressional Staffer
U.S. Representative Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) announced on X on Monday that he married former congressional staffer Carolyn Moffa last month. The couple, who had been in a relationship for over a decade, were legally married in October and celebrated with friends and family at a weekend ceremony. Notable political figures, including Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.), Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio), and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.), were present at the event.
Massie, a Republican representative who is seeking reelection in 2026 against a Trump-backed challenger, shared additional details about the marriage in a post. He and Moffa plan to reside on his family farm in Kentucky while managing his congressional duties. The wedding reception included a menu featuring raw milk and margaritas made with peaches from their farm, reflecting their shared commitment to the ‘Make America Healthy Again’ movement.
Moffa, who previously worked as a staffer for Sen. Rand Paul from 2011 to 2016, and later as a state manager for a Philadelphia-area distillery until 2017, has now joined Massie in his political life. The announcement of their marriage comes more than a year after the death of Massie’s late wife, Rhonda, who passed away last year. In a heartfelt post, Massie remembered his wife as his ‘love of my life for over 35 years,’ ‘the smartest and kindest woman’ he had ever known, and ‘my beautiful and wise queen forever.’
The marriage marks a new chapter in Massie’s personal life. While the cause of Rhonda’s death was not detailed, the announcement highlights the transition from his personal loss to the celebration of a new union. Massie has emphasized the importance of his wife’s legacy in his political career, particularly in promoting policies related to health and agricultural practices.