Rep. Cory Mills, a Florida Republican, has taken his dedication to his role in Congress to a new level. Mills recently unveiled a striking new tattoo that etches a symbol of his commitment to the U.S. government directly onto his skin. The tattoo features an elaborate depiction of the Capitol building, enveloped by clouds and beams of light, accompanied by the phrase "We the People" in bold red-and-black lettering. This patriotic artwork now adorns his arm, according to an image obtained by POLITICO.

When questioned about the motivation behind his choice of tattoo, Mills provided a text response that highlighted his deep-rooted beliefs. "As a constitutional republic our nation is founded upon our Christian Judeo faith. I believe we are in spiritual warfare and need to lean on faith more now than ever. My upper arm is Archangel Michael fighting the serpent. Our Congress is meant to protect ‘We The People’ as a nation who fights good vs evil. I feel they both are meaningful and have importance to my beliefs," he explained.

Mills, a military veteran, has been a controversial figure in the news. Notably, earlier this year, he faced allegations of assaulting a woman in February, though he and the alleged victim have denied that any assault took place, and no charges were brought against him by the police. His business background is just as provocative; Mills has amassed significant wealth in the private security sector. His ventures include selling arms and riot-control equipment, like tear gas used against Black Lives Matter protesters, and acquiring a company known for distributing rubber bullets used in Hong Kong protests.

The tattoo trend among politicians is growing, with Mills joining the ranks of other tattooed members of Congress, such as Democratic Rep. Rosa DeLauro of Connecticut, who got her own tattoo at age 80. As tattoos become more commonplace, they seem to offer a unique way for public officials to convey their personal convictions and stories.

Mills's new tattoo is not just a personal expression but a public statement, intertwining his political duties with his spiritual and ideological beliefs. It stands as a permanent reminder of his commitment to fighting what he perceives as a battle between good and evil, both spiritually and in the halls of Congress.