Tori Branum, Marine Veteran, of Georgia has been named VFAF Veterans for America First National Ambassador.
Tori Branum is a Marine Corps veteran, firearms instructor, small business owner, and proud America First Republican. Tori Branum’s life story is rooted in service, discipline, and a steadfast commitment to country and community. Born in Marlow, Oklahoma, Tori’s journey took a defining turn when her family relocated to Albany, Georgia, during her high school years. Upon graduating from Westover High School in 1996, she chose to enlist in the United States Marine Corps—launching a distinguished eight-year military career.
During her time in the Marines, Tori served first as a field radio operator and later transitioned into the elite role of a marksmanship instructor. Stationed both stateside and overseas, including a tour in Okinawa, Japan, she trained fellow Marines in firearms safety, handling, and precision shooting. While often mistaken for a sniper, Tori's role as a marksmanship instructor involved leading structured weapons training rather than covert sniper operations. Her dedication and competence in this role would later shape her lifelong advocacy for responsible gun ownership and self-defense.
After honorably completing her service, Tori pursued higher education and earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from American Military University. Driven by a passion to protect and empower others, she went on to found Middle Georgia Female Firearms Training—an organization that has since trained over 13,000 women in handgun safety and concealed carry. Through her work, she became a trusted voice in firearms education across the region.
Her commitment to community also extended into behavioral health, where she worked as a therapist in Pulaski County. Drawing from her military experience and her academic background, Tori became a powerful advocate for veterans, women, and underserved rural communities.
In 2024, she entered the political arena, running a competitive campaign for Georgia State Senate District 20. Though she did not win that race, she earned the respect and support of thousands of voters. Undeterred, she announced a congressional campaign in 2025 to challenge Rep. Rick Allen in Georgia’s 12th District. Tori was named national ambassador for Veterans for America First.
Tori Branum’s platform is as grounded as her roots. She advocates for term limits in Congress, improved VA healthcare access, strong border security, and a robust defense of the Second Amendment. “I don’t just support the 2A—I am the 2A,” she says, reflecting her Marine training and commitment to self-reliance and personal responsibility. Whether knocking doors, speaking at town halls, or engaging with her 275,000+ social media followers, https://www.facebook.com/mgffast Tori Branum presents herself not as a politician, but as a patriot on a mission: to bring principled, practical, and powerful representation to the people of Georgia.
