Max Miller remains in Ohio reelection race amid abuse allegations

Max Miller Ohio 7th Congressional District domestic abuse allegations House Ethics Committee civil rights lawsuit

Republican Representative Max Miller is proceeding with his reelection campaign for Ohio’s 7th Congressional District despite intense pressure from within his own party to withdraw. A Monday deadline has passed, preventing the Republican Party from replacing him on the ballot.

Miller faces serious domestic abuse allegations from his ex-wife, Emily Moreno, which include claims of physical violence and holding a gun to her head. He has denied these accusations, characterizing them as fabrications. The House Ethics Committee has opened an investigation into his conduct.

Adding to the controversy, Moreno has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit alleging that Miller and his attorney recklessly published a nude image of their two-year-old daughter during a legal defense effort. Miller’s legal team has apologized, calling the upload an inadvertent mistake.

Political analysts have shifted the status of the race from 'likely Republican' to a 'toss-up' as Democratic challenger Brian Poindexter gains momentum. While some Republican leaders, including Senator Bernie Moreno, have called for Miller's resignation, Donald Trump has described Miller as 'a good person' and suggested the legal matters be handled privately.

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Bernie Moreno · Brian Poindexter · Donald Trump · Emily Moreno · Max Miller

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[○ 1 SOURCE] A recent co/efficient poll showed Democratic challenger Brian Poindexter leading Miller by 14 points.
[● 2 SOURCES] Donald Trump described Max Miller as 'a good person' and stated his legal dispute should be handled by the families. looniepolitics.com · srnnews.com
[DISPUTED] Max Miller missed the Monday deadline to be replaced on the Ohio ballot despite calls from party members to step down. looniepolitics.com · srnnews.com · www.ms.now · thelibertydaily.com · upolitics.com
[● 5 SOURCES] Emily Moreno accused Max Miller of physical abuse against her and their daughter, as well as illegal drug use. krdo.com · www.nationalmemo.com · dnyuz.com · kioncentralcoast.com · www.washingtonexaminer.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Max Miller expressed confidence in his reelection, citing strong fundraising and constituent support. looniepolitics.com · srnnews.com
[● 4 SOURCES] The Cook Political Report changed the status of Max Miller's seat from 'likely Republican' to 'toss up'. mockpaperscissors.com · www.ms.now · upolitics.com
[● 5 SOURCES] Max Miller is currently under investigation by the House Ethics Committee. krdo.com · upolitics.com · kioncentralcoast.com · dnyuz.com
[● 6 SOURCES] Allegations against Miller include throwing hot water at his wife, holding a gun to her head, and fracturing his daughter's collarbone. krdo.com · www.nationalmemo.com · upolitics.com · dnyuz.com · kioncentralcoast.com · +1 more
[● 2 SOURCES] Emily Moreno filed a federal civil rights lawsuit alleging Max Miller and his attorney recklessly published a nude image of their daughter online. dnyuz.com · www.washingtonexaminer.com