Senator Moreno Criticized for Fauci Outburst Amid Daughter's Abuse Allegations
Republican Senator Bernie Moreno faces backlash after cursing at Dr. Anthony Fauci during a July 2026 Senate hearing, while remaining silent on domestic abuse allegations against his daughter's ex-husband, Representative Max Miller. Miller is accused of throwing boiling water, holding a gun to Emily Moreno's head, and fracturing their toddler's collarbone. Miller denies the claims, alleging Emily is lying and has bipolar disorder. Moreno's office dismisses the allegations as baseless, citing active litigation. The Ohio GOP delegation has largely stayed silent.
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Trump Shut Down Efforts to Get Alleged Abuser Max Miller to Drop Out of Reelection
President Donald Trump reportedly intervened to stop Republican efforts to pressure Representative Max Miller, who faces multiple allegations of domestic abuse including beating his ex-wife and fracturing his daughter's collarbone, from dropping out of his reelection campaign. According to Politico, Trump's team told Ohio Republicans to back off, arguing that Miller would refuse to leave the race and that party leaders would then have to defend him against Democratic attacks. The deadline for Miller to withdraw passed without action. Ohio Senators Bernie Moreno (Miller's former father-in-law) and Jon Husted have both called for Miller to resign. Meanwhile, Democratic challenger Brian Poindexter, a union ironworker, is gaining traction in a district previously considered safely Republican.
Trump Shut Down Efforts to Force Alleged Abuser Max Miller Out of Reelection Race
President Donald Trump reportedly intervened to stop Republican efforts to pressure Representative Max Miller, who faces multiple allegations of domestic abuse including beating his ex-wife and fracturing his daughter's collarbone, from dropping out of his reelection campaign. According to Politico, Trump's team told Ohio Republicans to back off, arguing Miller would refuse to leave and would force party leaders to defend him against Democratic attacks. The deadline for Miller to withdraw passed without action. Ohio Senators Bernie Moreno (Miller's former father-in-law) and Jon Husted have both called for Miller to resign, but he has refused. Meanwhile, Democratic challenger Brian Poindexter, a union ironworker, is gaining traction in a district once considered safely Republican.
Trump Team Blocked Effort to Convince Alleged Abuser Max Miller to Quit Midterms
President Donald Trump's team intervened to stop Ohio Republicans from pressuring Representative Max Miller, who faces multiple allegations of domestic abuse including beating his ex-wife and fracturing his daughter's collarbone, to drop his reelection campaign. According to Politico, White House officials argued that Miller would refuse to leave the race, leaving party leaders to defend him against Democratic attacks. The deadline for Miller to withdraw passed on Monday, and state GOP leaders abandoned plans for a meeting to discuss his replacement after hearing from the White House. Miller has defiantly refused to resign despite calls from both Ohio senators, including his former father-in-law Bernie Moreno. His Democratic challenger Brian Poindexter, a union ironworker, is seeing increased support in a district once considered safely Republican.
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Max Miller stays in Ohio House race as GOP ballot deadline passes
Republican Rep. Max Miller of Ohio will remain the GOP nominee in the 7th Congressional District after the deadline for the party to replace him on the November ballot passed. Under Ohio law, the GOP had until Monday at 4 p.m. to name a replacement, but Miller would have needed to withdraw by Saturday to allow for the required two-day notice period. Miller faces mounting calls to step aside over allegations by his ex-wife, Emily Moreno, that he physically abused her and their young daughter, which he denies. His father-in-law, Sen. Bernie Moreno, called him 'a danger,' and Sen. Jon Husted also urged him to resign. However, President Donald Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson have stood by Miller. The House Ethics Committee has opened an investigation into possible domestic violence and drug use. Miller will now face Democrat Brian Poindexter in a district considered reliably Republican, as the GOP fights to maintain its narrow House majority.
Max Miller stays in Ohio House race as GOP ballot deadline passes
Republican Rep. Max Miller of Ohio will remain the GOP nominee in the 7th Congressional District after the deadline for the party to replace him on the November ballot passed. Under Ohio law, Republicans had until Monday at 4 p.m. to name a replacement, but Miller would have needed to withdraw by Saturday for local officials to meet and choose a new candidate. Miller faces growing calls to step aside over allegations by his ex-wife, Emily Moreno, that he physically abused her and their young daughter, which he denies. His father-in-law, Sen. Bernie Moreno, called him 'a danger,' and Sen. Jon Husted also urged him to resign. However, President Donald Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson have stood by Miller. The House Ethics Committee opened an investigation into possible domestic violence and drug use. Miller is now set to face Democrat Brian Poindexter in a district considered reliably Republican, as the GOP fights to maintain its narrow House majority.
Max Miller Rally Cancelled Over Threats Amid Abuse Allegations and Calls for Resignation
A local Ohio Republican group cancelled a rally with embattled Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio) and Rep. Anna Paulina Luna on August 10, citing security threats. The cancellation follows a week of intense controversy after Miller's ex-father-in-law, Senator Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio), led at least six Republican senators in calling for Miller's resignation over allegations he abused his ex-wife, Emily Moreno. Miller has denied the abuse claims, posting a video accusing his ex-wife of using the allegations in their custody dispute. The dispute escalated over a stuffed bunny belonging to their 2-year-old daughter, which Miller allegedly withheld. The House Ethics Committee is investigating. Miller remains defiant, planning to loan his campaign $1 million. President Trump has defended Miller but reportedly told him the scandal may have hurt his re-election chances. The rally was scheduled for the same day as the deadline for Miller to withdraw from the race.
Read sourceMax Miller Pours $1 Million Into Reelection Bid Amid Domestic Abuse Allegations and GOP Calls to Resign
Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio) is lending $1 million to his reelection campaign despite growing calls from fellow GOP lawmakers, including Sen. John Husted, to resign over domestic abuse allegations made by his ex-wife Emily Moreno. Miller rejected concerns about his electability, stating he is in the race for the 'long haul.' A new poll shows Miller trailing Democratic rival Brian Poindexter by 14 points, a sharp decline linked to increased awareness of the allegations. Poindexter has refused to focus his campaign on the controversy, instead emphasizing working families. The allegations include claims that Miller threw hot water at Moreno and held a gun to her head; Miller denies them, attributing them to a custody battle.
Read sourceFive Republican Senators Urge Max Miller to Resign as Ohio's Husted Joins Calls
Senator John Husted of Ohio has joined a growing coalition of Republican lawmakers calling for Representative Max Miller to resign from Congress amid domestic abuse allegations made by his ex-wife, Emily Moreno, who is the daughter of Ohio's other GOP senator, Bernie Moreno. Husted released a statement saying Miller should 'step aside as a candidate and resign from Congress.' Senator Tim Sheehy of Montana also joined the calls, calling Miller a 'degenerate sociopath' after reports he withheld his 2-year-old daughter's stuffed bunny during a custody exchange. Bernie Moreno previously called for Miller's resignation, calling him a 'danger to my daughter.' The House Ethics Committee has opened an investigation into allegations of domestic violence and drug use against Miller. Miller has repeatedly stated he has no intention of resigning and has denied all allegations, releasing a 20-minute video denying claims he threw scalding water on his ex-wife or held a gun to her head. Some Republicans, including President Donald Trump and Representative Jim Jordan, have defended Miller's character.
MAGA Senator Sheehy Blasts Rep. Max Miller as 'Degenerate Sociopath' Over Abuse Allegations
Montana Senator Tim Sheehy publicly excoriated Ohio Representative Max Miller on social media, calling him a 'degenerate sociopath' following allegations that Miller physically abused his ex-wife and two-year-old daughter. Court filings and police reports detail incidents including throwing his ex-wife against a wall, tossing scalding water on her, and holding a gun to her head. Medical records also cite injuries to their daughter, including a broken collarbone. Former White House press secretary Stephanie Grisham, who dated Miller, has also accused him of abuse. Despite the allegations tanking his poll numbers, Miller refuses to withdraw from the race. Former President Donald Trump has maintained his endorsement, calling Miller a 'good person.' The Ohio Republican Party faces a tight deadline to replace Miller on the ballot if he does not step aside by Saturday.
MAGA Senator Sheehy Blasts Rep. Max Miller as 'Degenerate Sociopath' Over Abuse Allegations
Montana Senator Tim Sheehy publicly excoriated Ohio Representative Max Miller, calling him a 'degenerate sociopath' on social media, referencing an incident where Miller allegedly withheld his daughter's favorite toy out of spite. Miller faces serious allegations of physically abusing his ex-wife and two-year-old daughter, including throwing his ex-wife against a wall, tossing scalding water on her, holding a gun to her head, and causing a broken collarbone in his daughter. Former White House press secretary Stephanie Grisham, who dated Miller, has also accused him of abuse. Despite the allegations tanking his poll numbers, Miller refuses to withdraw from the race. Former President Donald Trump has not rescinded his endorsement, calling Miller a 'good person.' The situation has created tension among ultraconservative colleagues worried about losing the congressional seat. Miller must withdraw by Saturday or the Ohio Republican Party must certify a replacement by Monday, or he remains on the ballot.
Read sourceMAGA Senator Sheehy Blasts Rep. Max Miller as 'Degenerate Sociopath' Over Abuse Allegations
Montana Senator Tim Sheehy publicly denounced Ohio Representative Max Miller as a 'degenerate sociopath' on social media, citing allegations that Miller withheld his daughter's favorite toy out of spite and referencing broader abuse accusations. Court filings and police reports detail incidents where Miller allegedly threw his ex-wife against a wall, tossed scalding water on her, and held a gun to her head. Medical records also cite injuries to his young daughter, including a broken collarbone. Former White House press secretary Stephanie Grisham, who dated Miller, has also accused him of physical abuse. Despite the allegations tanking his poll numbers, Miller refuses to withdraw from the race. Former President Donald Trump has maintained his endorsement, calling Miller a 'good person.' The controversy has caused tension among ultra-conservative colleagues worried about losing the congressional seat. Miller has until Saturday to withdraw, or the Ohio Republican Party must certify a replacement by Monday, or he stays on the ballot.
Read sourceGOP's Edwards Drops Reelection Bid, Miller Stays Amid Ethics Probes
Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-N.C.) dropped his reelection bid after the House Ethics Committee recommended censure for inappropriate conduct toward female staffers. Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio) remains in his race despite an ethics investigation into allegations he abused his ex-wife and daughter. Both Edwards and Miller, along with Rep. Cory Mills (R-Fla.) who faces domestic violence allegations, have denied wrongdoing. The scandals have fueled Republican fears of losing seats in the House. Miller faces pressure to withdraw, including from his ex-father-in-law Sen. Bernie Moreno. The North Carolina GOP will select Edwards' replacement next week.
Read sourceMax Miller Denies Holding Daughter’s Stuffed Bunny ‘Hostage,’ Accuses Bernie Moreno Of ‘Lies’
Rep. Max Miller, R-Ohio, denied Sen. Bernie Moreno’s allegations that he withheld his granddaughter’s stuffed bunny during a custody exchange, calling the claims 'lies' and releasing screenshots to prove the bunny was returned within 14 hours. Moreno had described the incident as 'total and complete depravity' and repeated calls for Miller’s resignation, citing abuse allegations from his daughter, Emily Moreno. The House Ethics Committee announced an investigation into Miller over drug use and domestic violence allegations, which Miller requested to clear his name. President Trump has publicly supported Miller but reportedly told him privately he may not win reelection. The dispute threatens Republican control of Ohio’s 7th Congressional District.
Read sourceMike Johnson Finally Weighs in on Abuse Allegations Against Max Miller
House Speaker Mike Johnson has broken his silence on the domestic abuse allegations against GOP Representative Max Miller, who is accused by his ex-wife Emily Moreno of holding a gun to her head, scalding her with boiling water, breaking their two-year-old daughter's collarbone, and sharing nude photos of the child. Johnson offered tepid support, stating the House Ethics Committee process should run its course and that he withholds judgment. Miller denies all allegations, calling it a nasty divorce, and claims Johnson and the party are standing behind him. However, Senator Bernie Moreno (the ex-wife's father) called for Miller to resign and seek psychological help, and Donald Trump personally warned Miller things weren't looking good. The Ethics Committee is also investigating drug use allegations. Miller has five days to drop out if Republicans hope to replace him on the ballot.
Read sourceMike Johnson Finally Weighs in on Abuse Allegations Against Max Miller
House Speaker Mike Johnson has broken his silence on the domestic abuse allegations against Republican Representative Max Miller, who is accused by his ex-wife Emily Moreno of holding a gun to her head, scalding her with boiling water, and breaking their two-year-old daughter's collarbone. Miller also allegedly shared nude photos of his daughter. Johnson offered tepid support, stating the House Ethics Committee process should run its course and that he withholds judgment. Miller denies all allegations, claiming the divorce has turned ugly and public. However, Senator Bernie Moreno, the ex-wife's father, called for Miller to resign and seek psychological help. Former President Donald Trump also reportedly called Miller to warn him the situation looks bad. Miller has five days to drop out if Republicans hope to replace him on the ballot.
Read sourceMike Johnson Offers Tepid Support for Rep. Max Miller Amid Abuse Allegations
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) has finally commented on the domestic abuse allegations against Rep. Max Miller (R-OH), who is accused by his ex-wife Emily Moreno of holding a gun to her head, scalding her with boiling water, and breaking their two-year-old daughter's collarbone. Miller also allegedly shared nude photos of his daughter. Johnson told Politico the allegations are 'serious' but deferred to the House Ethics Committee investigation, saying he does not get involved in 'domestic events' of members. Miller has denied all allegations in media appearances, claiming they stem from a 'nasty divorce.' However, Senator Bernie Moreno (R-OH), Emily's father, called for Miller to resign and seek psychological help. Former President Donald Trump also reportedly called Miller to warn him the situation 'wasn't looking good.' Miller has five days to drop out if Republicans hope to replace him on the ballot.
Read sourceRep. Max Miller Defends Releasing Nude Photo of Toddler Amid Abuse Allegations
Ohio Representative Max Miller faced intense criticism during a CNN interview with Jake Tapper after releasing a Dropbox folder containing a nude image of his two-year-old daughter, which experts say could qualify as child sexual abuse material. Miller attempted to downplay the act, claiming the photo was already public and taken out of context, but Tapper countered that the court record was not publicly available. Miller's attorney, Aaron Minc, publicly apologized for the release. The scandal is the latest in a series of crises for Miller, who is also facing domestic abuse allegations from his ex-wife, Emily Moreno. His ex-father-in-law, Senator Bernie Moreno, called for him to resign. President Donald Trump reportedly called Miller to warn that his reelection campaign is in jeopardy. Additionally, Miller's ex-girlfriend, former White House press secretary Stephanie Grisham, filed a temporary restraining order against him. Politico's analysis of the Dropbox folder metadata initially showed authorship as 'Office of Rep. Max Miller—Legal Counsel,' which was later altered after inquiries.
Rep. Max Miller Defends Releasing Nude Photo of Toddler Amid Abuse Allegations
Ohio Representative Max Miller faced a contentious CNN interview with Jake Tapper after releasing a Dropbox folder containing a nude image of his two-year-old daughter, which experts say could qualify as child sexual abuse material. Miller claimed the photo was taken out of context and already public, but Tapper countered that the court confirmed it was not publicly available. Miller's attorney apologized for the release. Politico's Playbook analysis revealed metadata showing the documents were authored by 'Office of Rep. Max Miller—Legal Counsel,' though Miller's office denied employing such a title. The scandal has drawn condemnation from Miller's ex-father-in-law, Senator Bernie Moreno, who called for his resignation. President Donald Trump reportedly called Miller to warn his reelection campaign is in jeopardy. Additionally, Miller's ex-girlfriend, former White House press secretary Stephanie Grisham, filed a temporary restraining order against him.
Rep. Max Miller Defends Releasing Nude Photo of Toddler Amid Abuse Allegations
Ohio Representative Max Miller faced a disastrous CNN interview where he attempted to downplay releasing a nude image of his two-year-old daughter, which could qualify as child sexual abuse material. Miller claimed the photo was already public due to a Child Protective Services investigation, but anchor Jake Tapper countered that the court confirmed it was not publicly available. Miller's attorney, Aaron Minc, publicly apologized for releasing the photo. Politico's Playbook analysis revealed metadata on documents in Miller's Dropbox folder showed authorship as 'Office of Rep. Max Miller—Legal Counsel,' which was later altered. Miller's ex-father-in-law, Senator Bernie Moreno, called for him to resign and seek psychological help. President Donald Trump reportedly called Miller to warn his campaign is in trouble. Additionally, Miller's ex-girlfriend, former White House press secretary Stephanie Grisham, filed a temporary restraining order against him.
Read sourceMike Johnson Breaks Silence on Max Miller, Calls for Ethics Process to Play Out
House Speaker Mike Johnson has publicly addressed the scandal surrounding Representative Max Miller (R-OH) for the first time, calling for the House Ethics Committee's investigation to proceed. The Ethics Committee has formally announced an investigation into Miller following allegations of physical abuse made by his ex-wife. This development has heightened anxiety among House Republicans, as Miller represents a critical battleground district in Ohio. Despite the allegations and a warning from former President Donald Trump, Miller is continuing his re-election campaign. Reports indicate that Republican voters in his district are reluctant to abandon him over the abuse allegations, suggesting a complex political dynamic as the scandal unfolds.