U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno has publicly called for his former son-in-law, Representative Max Miller, to resign from Congress, citing serious allegations of domestic and child abuse. The Ohio senator’s statement, posted on social media, marks a significant escalation in a long-standing and bitter custody dispute between Miller and Moreno’s daughter, Emily Moreno. In his post, the senator described Miller as a danger to his family and stated that the congressman fails to meet the basic character standards required for public office.
The call for resignation came shortly after Miller, a Republican representing Ohio’s 7th Congressional District, held a live-streamed video on the platform X to address the accusations. During the 18-minute broadcast, Miller firmly denied the claims, which include allegations that he threw hot water at his ex-wife and harmed their young daughter. Miller, who was a White House adviser during the first Trump administration, insisted that no court or agency has substantiated the abuse claims and vowed to remain in his reelection race.
Emily Moreno has detailed a series of troubling incidents in court filings, including claims that Miller held a gun to her head and physically assaulted her during custody exchanges. These allegations have drawn increasing scrutiny as the legal battle between the former couple has intensified. Miller has responded by filing defamation lawsuits against his ex-wife and others, maintaining that the accusations are part of a coordinated effort to damage his political career.
The political stakes of the situation are high, as Democrats look to capitalize on the controversy to flip the competitive congressional seat. While Miller has maintained the support of some party allies, the public nature of the senator’s intervention has placed renewed pressure on the congressman. As the deadline for ballot replacements approaches, the situation remains fluid, with both sides continuing to trade accusations in a high-profile legal and political standoff.