Rep. Max Miller’s Withdrawal Window Closes in Six Days
Facing allegations of domestic violence against ex-wife Emily Moreno, Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio) said via livestream on Sunday that he has no intention of withdrawing his name from the November ballot. “I’m not getting out of this race, and I’m winning in November,” Miller said. His comments come a couple of weeks after Mother Jones […]
Rep. Max Miller, a Republican from Ohio, has stated he will not withdraw his name from the November ballot despite allegations of domestic violence against his ex-wife, Emily Moreno. The accusations, detailed in an article by Mother Jones, include scalding Moreno with hot water, shoving her against a wall, and threatening her with a gun.
Miller has denied these allegations. Republican lawmakers, including Sen. Bernie Moreno and Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, have called for Miller to step down, citing concerns about his character and fitness for office. The Democratic Women’s Caucus has also called for an official House Ethics investigation. Miller himself has filed for an ethics investigation, stating he has "absolutely nothing to hide."
However, the Republican Party faces a deadline to replace Miller on the ballot if he were to withdraw. The withdrawal window closes in six days, with the deadline being next Monday afternoon. If Miller were to withdraw earlier, a special election would be held to select a new Republican candidate. The seat is crucial for Republicans, who rely on Miller's district as a safe GOP stronghold.
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