• House Ethics Committee opens an investigation into Rep. Max Miller over abuse claims.
• Miller seeks to clear his name, denying all allegations against him.
• Pressure mounts for Miller to withdraw from the November election as his support wanes.

The House Ethics Committee has initiated an investigation into allegations that Rep. Max Miller, an Ohio Republican, may have engaged in domestic violence and illegal drug use. These claims have surfaced amid a tumultuous reelection bid, particularly following accusations from his ex-wife, Emily Moreno, who alleges serious misconduct, including abuse of their young child. The committee clarified that the probe does not imply any wrongdoing has been established, according to CBS News and NPR.

In response to the allegations, Miller announced his decision to request an ethics investigation into himself to "clear my name," claiming he has "absolutely nothing to hide." He has vehemently denied the accusations, asserting they lack evidence and have arisen during an ongoing custody dispute with Moreno. Miller's persistence in the race has sparked concerns among fellow Republicans, mirroring sentiments from President Trump, who expressed doubt over his electoral prospects, as reported by Los Angeles Times and BBC.

The allegations against Miller are severe, with reports detailing claims from Moreno that he has committed acts of physical violence, including holding a gun to her head and fracturing their child’s collarbone. Despite Miller’s assertion of innocence, the public nature of the allegations is looming over his candidacy, causing Republicans to fear that the seat—previously considered safe—might flip to Democratic control in the upcoming elections, according to Reuters and Los Angeles Times.

While Miller has resolved to stay in the race, the pressure is mounting for him to reconsider, with his fellow congressmen, including Senator Bernie Moreno—who is also his ex-father-in-law—publicly denouncing his character. Moreno underscored that Miller “is a danger” to his family, intensifying calls for scrutiny around his conduct and viable candidacy going forward, reports CBS News and NPR.