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Ohio voters reconsider Republican Max Miller amid domestic abuse allegations

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Aug 6, 2026

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The Guardian - World News7h ago

Ohio voters reconsider Republican Max Miller amid domestic abuse allegations

Ohio Republican Congressman Max Miller is facing scrutiny from voters and party officials due to domestic abuse allegations made by his ex-wife, Emily Moreno. Moreno has accused Miller of pointing a gun at her, pouring hot water on her, and potentially injuring their infant daughter. Her father, Republican Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno, has called for Miller's resignation. Miller denies the allegations, attributing them to a campaign by his ex-wife and "leftwing media." While Miller was expected to win re-election in his Republican-leaning district, the allegations have caused concern among local Republicans and could impact his political future. The Ohio Republican party has until August 12th to replace Miller if they choose to do so.

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Associated Press (AP)21h ago

GOP Rep. Max Miller resists pressure to drop reelection bid as party anxiety grows over abuse claims

Republican Representative Max Miller of Ohio is resisting pressure from his party to withdraw from his reelection campaign, despite growing anxiety over his electability due to a congressional ethics investigation into domestic abuse allegations. Miller has stated he will not withdraw, even after speaking with former President Donald Trump, who expressed doubts about his chances. The investigation stems from allegations made by his ex-wife, Emily Moreno, and a former girlfriend. Republicans are concerned that the renewed attention on the allegations will jeopardize his chances in a competitive district, with a deadline approaching for the party to replace him on the ballot. Miller's Democratic opponent has criticized him, and Senator Bernie Moreno, the ex-wife's father, has also commented on Miller's character.

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Miller stated, “I’m not going anywhere” regarding his reelection bid.

— Max Miller

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Max Miller's ex-wife, Emily Moreno, accused him of pointing a gun at her head, pouring hot water on her, and potentially breaking their daughter's collarbone.

— Emily Moreno

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Senator Bernie Moreno called for Max Miller to resign, stating he is a danger to his daughter.

— Bernie Moreno

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Max Miller denies all allegations of domestic abuse and claims a campaign to sully his name.

— Max Miller

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GOP Rep. Max Miller is resisting pressure to drop his reelection campaign amid growing party anxiety over abuse allegations.

Aug 4, 2026

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Associated Press (AP)2d ago

Ohio Rep. Max Miller requests US House probe into domestic abuse allegations made against him

Republican U.S. Rep. Max Miller has requested a House investigation into domestic abuse allegations made against him by his ex-wife, Emily Moreno. Miller stated on social media platform X that he is seeking the probe to "clear my name" and that he has "nothing to hide." The allegations stem from legal filings by Moreno, who is the daughter of Ohio Sen. Bernie Moreno, and an ex-girlfriend. House Democrats have also called for an investigation. Despite mounting scrutiny and a conversation with former President Donald Trump where his candidacy was described as "doesn't look good," Miller has stated he will remain in his reelection race. Senator Moreno has publicly stated Miller lacks the character required for elected office.

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The Guardian - World News2d ago

Ohio Republican Max Miller faces growing calls to resign over domestic abuse allegations

Ohio Republican Representative Max Miller is facing increasing calls for his resignation from within his own party due to domestic abuse allegations. His ex-father-in-law, GOP Senator Bernie Moreno, stated Miller is unfit for office, breaking months of silence on accusations involving his daughter. Miller denies the allegations, claiming his ex-wife has mental health challenges. Several Republican senators have publicly supported Moreno and urged Miller to resign. Donald Trump reportedly spoke with Miller, expressing concerns about his re-election prospects. Miller has resisted calls to withdraw from his race against Democrat Brian Poindexter, asserting Trump was supportive during their conversation. The article notes deadlines for the party to select a potential replacement if Miller withdraws.

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Key Claims

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Rep. Max Miller is a Republican U.S. Representative from Ohio.

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Bernie Moreno, GOP senator and ex-father-in-law of Miller, stated Miller is unfit to serve in Congress.

— Bernie Moreno

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Donald Trump commented on the situation involving Rep. Max Miller, stating he'll let the families 'figure that out.'

— Donald Trump

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Rep. Max Miller is filing paperwork to launch a House investigation into domestic abuse allegations made against him by his ex-wife.

— Max Miller

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The allegations against Rep. Max Miller are related to domestic abuse.

Aug 2, 2026

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The Guardian - World News4d ago

Republican calls for Max Miller to resign from Congress amid abuse allegations

Republican Senator Bernie Moreno has publicly called for Representative Max Miller, his former son-in-law, to resign from Congress due to allegations of domestic and child abuse. Moreno stated that Miller fails to meet basic standards for elected office and needs professional help. This statement comes after Miller's ex-wife, Emily Moreno, accused him of pouring hot water on her, holding a gun to her head, and breaking their daughter's collarbone. Miller has denied these allegations, asserting that no court or agency has substantiated them and that he will remain in his re-election race. The accusations have intensified scrutiny of the Ohio congressional race.

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Associated Press (AP)4d ago

Ohio GOP Rep. Miller says ‘I’m not dropping out,’ defends himself against claims of domestic abuse

Ohio Rep.-elect Max Miller has stated he will not withdraw from his re-election race, despite facing domestic abuse allegations from his ex-wife, Emily Moreno. Miller, who denies the accusations of abusing Moreno and their daughter, made his pledge in a video on X ahead of a Wednesday deadline for ballot changes. The allegations, which include claims of scalding, hitting, and threats by Miller, and a broken collarbone on their daughter, have resurfaced and intensified scrutiny. Democrats see an opportunity in Miller's northeast Ohio seat and have called for his resignation and an ethics investigation. Miller, endorsed by Donald Trump, maintains he will win the election in November.

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Al Jazeera4d ago

Republican senator says former son-in-law should resign from US Congress

Senator Bernie Moreno has publicly stated that his former son-in-law, Representative Max Miller, should resign from the House of Representatives due to domestic abuse allegations. Moreno, an Ohio Republican, asserted that Miller is unfit for office and needs professional help, citing a pattern of abuse. These allegations stem from claims made by Moreno's daughter, Emily Moreno, who alleges Miller physically abused her and threatened her during their marriage. A recent report highlighted a custody dispute involving their young daughter, who sustained a broken collarbone, with differing accounts of the injury's cause. While Miller's spokesperson previously stated that child abuse allegations were unsubstantiated, he is facing increasing pressure to resign but has indicated he will not step down.

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Senator Bernie Moreno stated that his former son-in-law, Representative Max Miller, should resign from Congress.

— Bernie Moreno

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Emily Moreno alleges that Max Miller hit, threatened, and threw scalding water on her during their marriage.

— Emily Moreno

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Allegations of abuse against their daughter by Max Miller were investigated by the Cuyahoga County Division of Children and Family Services and deemed unsubstantiated.

— Cuyahoga County Division of Children and Family Services

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Max Miller insists he will not step down ahead of the Wednesday deadline to replace him for the midterm elections.

— Max Miller

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Republican Senator Bernie Moreno called for Representative Max Miller to resign from Congress amid abuse allegations.

— Bernie Moreno

Aug 1, 2026

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Associated Press (AP)5d ago

Democrats see an chance to flip a US House seat as abuse claims mount against Ohio Rep. Max Miller

Democrats see an opportunity to flip a U.S. House seat in Ohio's 7th Congressional District due to mounting domestic abuse allegations against Republican incumbent Max Miller. The allegations stem from a dispute with his ex-wife, Emily Moreno, daughter of Senator Bernie Moreno. Democrats have called for Miller's resignation and an ethics investigation, with the House Majority PAC monitoring the race. Miller denies the allegations and has filed defamation lawsuits. Republicans, including President Trump's advisors, are reportedly monitoring the situation, while Ohio Governor Mike DeWine stated Miller's fate should be decided by voters. Democratic candidate Brian Poindexter has received an endorsement from Senator Bernie Sanders.

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House Majority PAC is monitoring the race as part of its strategy to push deeper into GOP territory in this year’s midterm elections.

— House Majority PAC spokesperson CJ Warnke

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Allegations against Rep. Max Miller have drawn increased media scrutiny amid an escalating legal dispute with his ex-wife.

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Miller has denied the abuse allegations and filed defamation lawsuits against his ex-wife and a second accuser.

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Democrats see a fresh opportunity in a northeast Ohio congressional seat due to mounting pressure on Republican incumbent Max Miller over domestic abuse allegations.

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Democrats have called for Miller to resign, requested a congressional ethics investigation, and suggested more support for his opponent.

Jul 30, 2026

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The Guardian - World NewsJul 30

Republican congressman Max Miller faces backlash over domestic abuse allegations

Ohio Representative Max Miller is facing calls for his resignation due to domestic abuse allegations from his ex-wife, Emily Moreno, and former girlfriend, Stephanie Grisham. Moreno has accused Miller of throwing hot water at her and holding a gun to her head, while Grisham has alleged an abusive relationship. Miller denies these claims, stating they are false and that his divorce was finalized. A prominent anti-gun violence group has called for his resignation, and his Democratic opponent suggests he should be in jail if the allegations are true. Miller is campaigning for re-election in Ohio's seventh congressional district.

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Republican congressman Max Miller is facing pressure to resign over domestic abuse allegations from his ex-wife and former girlfriend.

— news report

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Max Miller's ex-wife, Emily Moreno, alleged he threw hot water at her and held a gun to her head.

— Emily Moreno

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Miller denies the allegations, stating they are false and that no police reports were filed.

— Max Miller

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Stephanie Grisham, Miller's former girlfriend, accused him of abuse in a 2021 op-ed, which he denies.

— Stephanie Grisham

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An anti-gun violence group has called for Miller's resignation following the gun allegation.

— anti-gun violence group