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GOP Midterm Risk Grows as Edwards Resigns, Miller Denies Abuse

8/5/2026

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Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-NC) withdrew his campaign after the House Ethics Committee found inappropriate conduct toward two staffers.
Rep. Max Miller (R-OH) denied abuse allegations involving his ex-wife and 2-year-old daughter and released a cache of documents.
Top Republicans warned the Miller and Edwards scandals could cost seats in the November midterms, with House Ethics Committee’s posture letting the party avoid demanding resignations while GOP leaders seek an Edwards replacement.

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Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-NC) withdrew his campaign after the House Ethics Committee found inappropriate conduct toward two staffers.
Rep. Max Miller (R-OH) denied abuse allegations involving his ex-wife and 2-year-old daughter and released a cache of documents.
Top Republicans warned the Miller and Edwards scandals could cost seats in the November midterms, with House Ethics Committee’s posture letting the party avoid demanding resignations while GOP leaders seek an Edwards replacement.