Source: Fortune.com
Summary
U.S. Sen. Bernie Moreno stated that his former son-in-law, U.S. Rep. Max Miller, should not be serving in the House and needs “professional help” due to allegations of domestic abuse. Miller denied the allegations and announced he will remain in his reelection race. The custody dispute between Miller and his ex-wife, Emily Moreno, has escalated in recent weeks. Miller released a cache of investigative and court documents related to the custody dispute, which a spokesperson for his ex-wife called “shameful.” Some Republicans are considering potential candidates to replace Miller if he drops out of the race.
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The announcement sounds familiar.
Rep. Max Miller’s response to domestic abuse allegations is a familiar script: deny, deflect, and release a cache of documents to muddy the waters. Sen. Bernie Moreno’s statement that his former son-in-law needs “professional help” is a rare public rebuke from a family member. The custody dispute has escalated in recent weeks, with both sides presenting different theories about how their 2-year-old daughter was injured. Miller’s decision to remain in the reelection race despite mounting pressure is a gamble that may ultimately backfire.
Miller’s use of his daughter as a “PR pawn” to save his political career is a tactic that may not play well with voters.
Author: Evan Null
