- Rep. Max Miller responded to allegations from his former spouse Emily Moreno, who accused him of throwing scalding water at her, holding a gun to her head, and hitting/shoving her; she also filed a new restraining order request over alleged harassment of her lawyer.
- Miller is staying in the race, saying, 'I’m not getting out of this race, and I’m winning in November,' with the Ohio ballot removal deadline on Wednesday making a change unlikely.
- The two-term congressman is neck-and-neck with Democratic challenger Brian Poindexter in a district that should be safely Republican but is now in jeopardy amid the scandal.
- Miller denied suggestions he hurt his daughter, saying, 'I have never abused our daughter,' and pushed back on the abuse claims by asking, 'If I had assaulted her, would she have offered to cook me dinner six days later?'
- After the livestream, Miller’s former father-in-law, Sen. Moreno, issued a scathing statement saying Miller’s 'increasingly erratic and dangerous behavior' had made privacy impossible and that he 'needs serious psychological help' and is 'a danger to my daughter.'
- Sen. Moreno said Miller fails 'basic standards of character required to hold elected office,' should not serve in the House of Representatives, and should seek professional help to end the 'clear pattern of abuse.'
- According to Politico, GOP strategists are panicking behind the scenes, comparing Miller to 'Graham Platner on steroids', and one anonymous operative asked what Democratic attack ads would do to GOP turnout and candidates in tough races.
- Despite Sen. Moreno’s call for Miller to leave Congress, he stands virtually alone among elected Republicans, while Miller continues to enjoy the protection and support of President Donald Trump.
MAGA Rep. Max Miller is facing serious allegations of domestic abuse from his ex-wife, Emily Moreno, who claims he has a history of violent behavior, including throwing scalding water and holding a gun to her head.1234589101718
In a livestream, Miller vehemently denied these accusations, stating, “I’ve been portrayed as an abusive husband, an abusive father, and a violent man…” He further questioned the credibility of his ex-wife's claims, asking, “If I had assaulted her, would she have offered to cook me dinner six days later?”
The allegations have prompted Moreno to seek a restraining order against Miller, citing ongoing harassment.
Sen. Moreno, Miller's former father-in-law, has publicly condemned him, stating, “Max Miller needs serious psychological help. He is a danger to my daughter…” He expressed concern for the safety of his family, emphasizing the need for Miller to seek professional help.11121314
The scandal has put Miller's political future in jeopardy, as he is neck-and-neck in a race against Democratic challenger Brian Poindexter in a district that should be safe for Republicans. GOP strategists are reportedly worried about the potential impact of these allegations on voter turnout.67
Despite the controversy, Miller continues to receive support from prominent figures, including former President Donald Trump, as he remains determined to stay in the race, declaring, “I’m not getting out of this race, and I’m winning in November.”
“His former spouse Emily Moreno accused him of throwing scalding water at her, holding a gun to her head, and hitting/shoving her, and filed a new restraining order request. Miller has pledged to stay in the race, with the Ohio ballot removal deadline Wednesday, as Politico says GOP strategists fear fallout for Republican turnout.”
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