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NewsWPLG Local 10 – PoliticsAugust 2, 2026Miami-Dade

Senator Bernie Moreno Calls for Representative Max Miller to Resign Amid Custody Dispute

U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno has publicly called for his former son-in-law, Representative Max Miller, to resign from Congress, citing concerns over domestic abuse allegations and child safety. Miller has denied the allegations, stated he will remain in his reelection race, and released court documents to defend his position.

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Why It Matters

The public dispute between a sitting Senator and a House member over domestic abuse allegations creates uncertainty regarding the Republican candidacy for a northeast Ohio congressional seat ahead of the November election.

Key Facts

  • Senator Bernie Moreno publicly stated that Representative Max Miller should resign from the House of Representatives.
  • Representative Max Miller stated he will not drop out of his reelection race.
  • The deadline for a candidate to replace Max Miller on the ballot is Wednesday.
  • Emily Moreno has accused Max Miller of scalding, hitting, and threatening her during their marriage.
  • Max Miller denies all allegations of domestic abuse and denies involvement in a broken collarbone injury sustained by his 2-year-old daughter.
  • Max Miller released a cache of court and investigative documents related to the custody dispute.
  • Democrats have called for Miller's resignation and requested a congressional ethics investigation.
  • Potential Republican replacements for Miller's seat include Mike Dovilla and Kevin Coughlin.
  • Max Miller won his previous reelection bid with 51% of the vote.
  • The marriage between Max Miller and Emily Moreno occurred in 2022 and ended in divorce last year.

Who's Mentioned

personStefan Mychajliw“Spokesperson for Emily Moreno.”personMike Dovilla“State Representative and potential candidate for Miller's seat.”personEmily Moreno“Former wife of Max Miller and daughter of Senator Bernie Moreno.”personMax Miller“U.S. Representative facing domestic abuse allegations and a custody dispute.”personBrian Poindexter“Democratic opponent running against Max Miller.”personBernie Moreno“U.S. Senator who publicly called for Max Miller's resignation.”personKevin Coughlin“Former state senator and potential candidate for Miller's seat.”personReagan McCarthy“Spokeswoman for Senator Bernie Moreno.”personDonald Trump“President who endorsed Max Miller.”