Ohio Rep. Max Miller faces restraining order from ex-wife

Emily Moreno, the ex-wife of Ohio Representative Max Miller, filed a restraining order against the congressman on Thursday, July 30, 2026, alleging he harassed and physically touched her attorney during a court hearing. The filing in Cuyahoga County Domestic Relations Court seeks to bar Miller from contacting Moreno’s legal counsel directly.

The request stems from an incident during a July 28 hearing in the former couple’s contentious custody and divorce proceedings. According to the court filing, Miller physically grabbed attorney Andrew Zashin without consent. Moreno stated she intervened, telling Miller, "Get your hands off of him." The filing alleges this was part of a pattern of harassment and threats against her legal team. It also cites a statement allegedly made by Miller’s own attorney, Larry Zukerman, during the hearing that his client "just can’t control himself."

This latest legal action adds another layer to a bitter and highly public dispute. Moreno, who is the daughter of Republican Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno, has previously accused Miller of severe domestic abuse, including allegations that he threw hot water on her in June 2024, held a gun to her head in March...