Not to be confused with Tom Riley

Tom Ridley serves as the Director of the Office of Special Projects (OSP) under the Noah Grace Administration.

Ridley's physical appearance is noted for having a large head and relatively small body, in which his detractors sometime referred to him as "the troll". He was also known for the colorful bow ties he worn, a surprisingly beautiful wife, and his ability to play pool. He was famous for his mini-lectures due to his voice being smooth and cultured.

He and like his cabinet members approved of Grace's contingency plan on establishing a truce between only the United States and the Chimera under Project Omega.