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House Speaker Mike Johnson Backs Embattled Rep. Max Miller
9/1/2026, 9:03:37 PM
Core Event
House Speaker Mike Johnson publicly affirmed his support for Rep. Max Miller, a Republican from Ohio, despite ongoing domestic-violence allegations. Johnson told CNN’s Manu Raju that he would endorse Miller’s re-election, emphasizing the need for “due process” while the House Ethics Committee investigates the claims.
Background & Context
The House Ethics Committee opened an inquiry earlier this month after Miller’s ex-wife, Emily Moreno, filed court documents alleging that Miller held a gun to her head, beat her, poured hot water on her and caused a fractured collarbone in their two-year-old daughter. Miller has refused to withdraw from the Ohio House race and has announced plans to investigate himself and submit documents to the committee.
Official Statements & Responses
- He added that disciplinary action is not taken solely on allegations.
- Max Miller: Miller denied all accusations, stating he has “absolutely nothing to hide” and will provide the committee with all necessary documents. He also indicated he would file his own paperwork for an ethics investigation to clear his name.
- House Ethics Committee: The committee is conducting a formal investigation into the allegations, though no findings have been released.
Verbatim Quotes
- “There’s all sorts of domestic events going on with 435 members of Congress all the time; it’s not my business to get engaged in it,” — House Speaker Mike Johnson
