Mike Lawler refuses to return campaign donations from Max Miller

Representative Mike Lawler (R-NY) has declined to return $10,000 in campaign donations received from a political action committee affiliated with Representative Max Miller (R-OH). The decision follows allegations of domestic abuse made by Miller’s ex-wife during divorce and child custody proceedings.

Lawler stated that the allegations have not been verified and characterized the situation as a private family matter that should be resolved in family court. He criticized the media and political opponents for attempting to turn the allegations into a political spectacle, noting that Miller has denied the claims and requested an investigation by the House Ethics Committee.

Miller has not faced criminal charges related to the allegations and has expressed his intention to run for re-election despite calls from some members of his own party for his resignation.