Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno publicly denounced Representative Max Miller this Sunday, calling for the congressman to step down from his position. The statement from the senator marks a significant escalation regarding allegations of abuse involving his daughter, Emily Moreno. The senator stated that Miller requires professional help and described his behavior as a danger to his family. This public break comes after Miller posted a video online attempting to defend himself against claims of domestic and child abuse. Miller denied the allegations during his livestream and stated that no criminal charges currently exist against him.
Representative Miller has maintained his innocence throughout these public disputes. He claimed that his former wife suffers from diagnosed mental health issues and stated that previous investigations found no evidence to support the claims of abuse. Miller has also filed a defamation lawsuit against his former wife and her legal counsel. In response to recent developments, Emily Moreno’s legal team filed for a restraining order against the congressman this past week.
These public allegations have created friction in the local political environment. The controversy surrounding the Ohio House race has left Republican leadership in a largely silent position while Democrats identify the district as a potential flip opportunity. The deadline to finalize ballot candidates for the upcoming election is August 5, placing additional pressure on the situation. The senator noted that he previously intended to keep these private family matters away from the media, but labeled Miller’s recent public behavior as the reason for his decision to speak out now. The situation continues to draw close attention from political observers in Ohio and across the country as the filing deadline approaches.