Republican Rep. Max Miller of Ohio is confronting significant political pressure following domestic abuse allegations made by his ex-wife, Emily Moreno, who is the daughter of Ohio Sen. Bernie Moreno. The allegations include claims that Miller pointed a gun at her head, poured hot water on her, and may have broken their two-year-old daughter’s collarbone. Emily Moreno has also alleged that Miller physically attacked her attorney and another legal representative and has filed for a restraining order on her lawyer’s behalf. The former couple is currently engaged in a custody dispute.
Senator Moreno publicly called for Miller’s resignation this week through a social media post, stating that Miller poses a danger to his daughter and granddaughter. This marked a significant shift, as the senator had previously remained silent on the matter for an extended period. Miller has denied all allegations of domestic abuse, instead attributing them to a campaign by the left-wing media and his former wife to damage his reputation. When appearing on a news program this week, Miller compared his situation to legal challenges faced by President Trump, questioning why police have not launched an investigation into the allegations.
The timing of the allegations creates complications for Miller’s reelection bid this November, as Republican party officials face questions about whether to seek a replacement candidate before a August 12 deadline. While polling from June suggested the district leans Republican by five points, some political analysts note that a weakened Republican candidate combined with national Democratic momentum could allow a Democratic opponent to compete effectively. Miller won his 2024 race by a 15-point margin, though that victory came with the Democratic and independent vote split between two candidates. His Democratic opponent for this cycle is Brian Poindexter, a union ironworker.
Reactions within Miller’s district among Republicans are mixed, with some expressing concern about his viability as a candidate while others remain uncertain about the credibility of allegations. Some longtime Republicans in the district have become disaffected with the party’s direction, citing Miller’s representation as emblematic of broader concerns. Miller, a former Trump administration aide who previously received the president’s endorsement, has been seeking a third congressional term. Reports this week suggest that Trump’s support for Miller may be diminishing, though the president has not made a public statement on the matter.
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