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Cory Mills

Cory Lee Mills is an American politician, businessman, and U.S.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Cory Lee Mills is an American politician, businessman, and U.S. Army veteran who has represented Florida's 7th congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives since 2023. He is a member of the Republican Party and previously served on the Defense Business Board from 2020 to 2021.

Early life and background

Cory Mills was born in Winter Haven, Florida, and spent part of his youth in Auburndale, Florida. Public biographies identify him as a businessman and U.S. Army veteran.

Military and business career

Before entering Congress, Mills served in the U.S. Army and later worked in the private security and defense sector. He co-founded companies including Pacem Solution International LLC and Pacem Defense LLC.

U.S. House of Representatives

Mills was elected to represent Florida's 7th congressional district and began serving in January 2023. Congressional records show him continuing in office in the 119th Congress.

Political positions and committee work

As a House member, Mills has served on the Foreign Affairs and Armed Services committees. Public-facing congressional materials and media profiles describe him as active on national security and defense issues.

Key facts

  • Mills has served in the U.S. House of Representatives since January 2023.
  • He represents Florida's 7th congressional district and is a Republican.
  • He is an Army veteran and has been described by congressional and campaign sources as a combat veteran.
  • Before Congress, he co-founded PACEM-related defense and security businesses.
  • He served as a Trump appointee on the Defense Business Board from 2020 to 2021.
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Canadian context

As a U.S. congressman involved in foreign affairs and defense issues, Mills' work can affect Canada indirectly through NATO, North American security, and bilateral U.S.-Canada policy.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Cory Mills?
Cory Mills is a Republican U.S. representative from Florida's 7th congressional district and a U.S. Army veteran.
When was Cory Mills born?
He was born on July 13, 1980.
What district does Cory Mills represent?
He represents Florida's 7th congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives.
What party does Cory Mills belong to?
He is a member of the Republican Party.
What committees does Cory Mills serve on?
Congressional materials list him on the House Armed Services Committee and the House Foreign Affairs Committee.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cory_Mills
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, career overview, House service, party affiliation.
  2. U.S. House of Representatives — http://mills.house.gov/about
    Supports: Official biography, birthplace, business background, committee service.
  3. Congress.gov — https://www.congress.gov/member/cory-mills/M001216
    Supports: Official member record, party, district, House service since 2023.
  4. Office of the Clerk, U.S. House of Representatives — https://clerk.house.gov/members/M001216
    Supports: Official House membership record and district.
  5. GovTrack — https://www.govtrack.us/congress/members/cory_mills/456889
    Supports: Service start date and district representation.