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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 2, 2026Miami-Dade

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

U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno has publicly called for his former son-in-law, U.S. Representative Max Miller, to resign from office following ongoing domestic abuse allegations and a custody battle. Despite the pressure and calls for his resignation, Miller has stated he will remain in his reelection race.

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Why It Matters

The political future of a sitting U.S. Representative is currently in question due to personal legal disputes, which may impact the November election and potential GOP candidate replacements for the northeast Ohio congressional seat.

Key Facts

  • Senator Bernie Moreno publicly stated that Representative Max Miller should resign from the House of Representatives.
  • Representative Max Miller confirmed he will not drop out of his reelection race.
  • The deadline for a candidate to replace Miller on the ballot is this Wednesday.
  • Emily Moreno has accused Max Miller of domestic abuse, including scalding and hitting her during their marriage.
  • Max Miller has denied all allegations of domestic abuse and stated he had no involvement in a broken collarbone injury sustained by his 2-year-old daughter.
  • The couple was married in 2022 and finalized their divorce in 2023.
  • 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 approximately 51% of the vote.

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 of 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.”