- Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis stated on Friday that he does not support Rep. Cory Mills in the upcoming GOP primary for Florida's 7th Congressional District, saying, "I have not endorsed Cory Mills, and I do not support Cory Mills," during a press conference in Daytona Beach.
- Rep. Cory Mills responded to DeSantis's remarks on social media, praising the governor and noting that he had not endorsed Mills's opponents either.
- Reps. Anna Paulina Luna and Mike Haridopolos endorsed Ryan Elijah, Mills's primary opponent, earlier this month, marking a significant shift in support within the Florida GOP.
- Luna and Haridopolos praised Elijah on social media last week, calling him a 'true patriot and freedom fighter'.
- The primary election for Florida's 7th Congressional District is scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 18.
- Rep. Cory Mills is currently facing investigations by the House Ethics Committee regarding serious allegations, including possible domestic violence.
- In February, D.C. police reported that Mills had assaulted a woman, and in October, a Florida judge issued an order of protection against him in favor of an ex-girlfriend who accused him of threatening her with revenge porn.
- Mills is also reportedly facing a Justice Department investigation, although details remain unclear.
- Mills has denied all allegations against him, calling them 'fake news' and a 'political witch hunt.'
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced he does not support Rep. Cory Mills in the GOP primary for Florida's 7th Congressional District, just days before the election on August 18. DeSantis stated, "I have not endorsed Cory Mills, and I do not support Cory Mills," during a press conference in Daytona Beach.2689
Mills is facing serious allegations, including domestic violence and campaign finance law violations, which have prompted investigations by the House Ethics Committee and the Justice Department. Reports indicate that Mills has denied any wrongdoing, labeling the allegations as "fake news" and a "political witch hunt".
Support for Mills has dwindled among Florida Republicans, with Reps. Anna Paulina Luna and Mike Haridopolos endorsing his primary opponent, Ryan Elijah, a former news anchor. Luna emphasized the need for leaders with "integrity, energy, and an unwavering commitment" to their constituents.
Mills' office did not respond to requests for comment regarding DeSantis' remarks. The primary election is crucial for Mills, who has previously clashed with DeSantis over political endorsements and support.5
As the election nears, the political landscape in Florida's 7th District remains tense, with Mills' future in Congress hanging in the balance.
“DeSantis's remarks come as Reps. Luna and Haridopolos have endorsed challenger Ryan Elijah, a former news anchor, citing a need for 'integrity' in Congress. Mills, who denies wrongdoing, faces a House Ethics investigation and reported DOJ inquiry, with the primary set for Aug. 18.”
