Rep. Max Miller, a Republican from Ohio, announced on August 4, 2026, that he will request an investigation by the House Ethics Committee regarding domestic abuse allegations made by his ex-wife. Miller stated that this move aims to clear his name amid ongoing custody disputes. He emphasized his innocence in a post on X, asserting that he has nothing to hide and will provide necessary documentation for the investigation. The Ethics Committee confirmed it has initiated an investigation into whether Miller violated the Code of Official Conduct concerning domestic violence and illegal drug use. The investigation is expected to take several weeks or months to complete, as Congress is currently on recess until September.
Miller's former father-in-law, Sen. Bernie Moreno, has publicly criticized him, stating that Miller is unfit for office and poses a danger to his family. Moreno expressed concern for his daughter and granddaughter, describing the situation as a traumatic experience for his family. Despite the allegations, former President Donald Trump has expressed support for Miller, calling the situation unfortunate but indicating that he believes Miller is a good person. Some congressional Republicans have expressed discomfort with the allegations. Historically, lawmakers rarely request Ethics investigations into themselves, but there have been exceptions, such as in the case of former Rep. Charlie Rangel, who faced censure after a similar request.