Senator Husted Urges Rep Max Miller to Resign Over Abuse

Republican Senator Jon Husted has called on Representative Max Miller to resign from Congress and withdraw from his reelection campaign, citing domestic violence allegations that have drawn scrutiny from the House Ethics Committee. Husted's statement on Thursday, August 6, 2026, adds to growing pressure on Miller from within his own party.

Husted, a senator from Ohio, argued that anyone who commits domestic violence is unfit to serve and that the House Ethics Committee should thoroughly investigate any credible allegations. He said any member found to have committed such acts should resign immediately. In his statement, Husted emphasized the well-being of Miller's daughter, stating that the family's disputes should be handled privately. He said he did not see how a continued congressional campaign benefits the family and that Miller should step aside to focus on his daughter's best interests.

The allegations involve Miller's ex-wife, Emily Moreno, who is the daughter of Senator Bernie Moreno. Senator Moreno also called for Miller's resignation earlier this week. Miller, one of the few Jewish Republicans in the House, has repeatedly denied the accusations. In response to the...