{
  "id": 18076543,
  "title": "Embattled Rep. Max Miller Concedes in Ohio",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/04/embattled-rep-max-miller-concedes-in-ohio",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-04T05:53:48.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Mother Jones",
    "slug": "mother-jones",
    "url": "https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2026/11/embattled-rep-max-miller-concedes-in-ohio/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ohio Republican Congressman Max Miller, embroiled in accusations of assaulting three women, has conceded his bid for re-election. Miller, representing Ohio's 7th District, expressed disappointment in the election results and emphasized his efforts to represent his constituents. Democrat Brian Poindexter emerged victorious, leading Miller by 8 points with 80% of votes counted. Miller's campaign struggled due to personal scandals, including allegations of drug use, misogyny, verbal abuse, and violent behavior against multiple women, which were detailed in a cache of court filings and police reports obtained by Mother Jones. His ex-wife, Emily Moreno, accused him of threatening her family, including her ex-father-in-law, Senator Bernie Moreno. The incident, which involved a child, was initially investigated but deemed unsubstantiated due to insufficient evidence. Miller denies the allegations, maintaining he has never harmed a woman or his child. The broader GOP fatigue, coupled with voters' frustration over high gas prices and economic concerns, further contributed to Miller's loss. On the other hand, Poindexter's campaign focused on affordability and resonated with working-class voters, particularly in his hometown of Brook Park. His personal background as a union ironworker and his nine years as a city council member bolstered his appeal.",
  "summary": "Embattled Congressman Max Miller, the Ohio Republican accused of assaulting three women, conceded his tenuous bid for a third term. “I am disappointed at this evening’s election results. I have fought earnestly to continue to represent the interests of my home and community in the Ohio 7th District,” he wrote on X late Tuesday. Shortly […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}