GOP conference chair says Miller is "our nominee right now" despite allegations
Summary
House Republican Conference Chair Lisa McClain supports GOP Rep. Max Miller’s bid for reelection despite abuse allegations made by his ex-wife. Miller denies the accusations, and GOP leadership, including Speaker Mike Johnson, continues to back him as the midterm elections approach.Key Facts
- Lisa McClain supports Max Miller’s reelection because he is the current GOP nominee.
- Abuse allegations against Miller include verbal and physical abuse claims from his ex-wife, Emily Moreno, and their two-year-old daughter.
- Miller denies all allegations and says they were fully investigated with no evidence found.
- Miller’s ex-wife requested a restraining order to block his contact with her lawyers.
- Some Republican lawmakers like Sens. Katie Britt and Jim Banks want Miller to drop out, but GOP leadership stands by him.
- Speaker Mike Johnson praised Miller as a great member of Congress.
- Miller’s ex-father-in-law, Sen. Bernie Moreno, said Miller should not serve in Congress and needs psychological help.
- President Donald Trump expressed concerns to Miller before a critical deadline to withdraw from the race to avoid a special primary election.
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