Senator Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio) publicly criticized Congressman Max Miller (R-Ohio) following allegations of domestic violence against Miller by his ex-wife, Emily Moreno. In a statement, Moreno expressed concerns for his family’s safety, stating, "Max Miller needs serious psychological help. He is a danger to my daughter, and I hold my breath every minute he has custody of my granddaughter." Moreno believes that Miller is unfit for office and should seek professional help.
The allegations against Miller include claims from Emily Moreno that he had previously held a gun to her head and engaged in other abusive behaviors. An investigation into potential child abuse related to their child was deemed "unsubstantiated." Miller has denied the allegations, attributing the reports to "left-wing media" and questioning the credibility of his ex-wife.
This is not the first time Miller has faced accusations of violence; reports from 2021 indicated he had been involved in an incident where a woman alleged he threw her down the stairs. Additionally, he has been involved in a defamation lawsuit against former White House press secretary Stephanie Grisham, who accused a fellow Trump staffer of assaulting her, which Miller denied.
Moreno's comments mark the first public statement from a Republican lawmaker regarding the allegations against Miller, amidst reports of concern among some Republicans about the implications of the situation.