House Speaker Mike Johnson has publicly backed Rep. Max Miller’s reelection bid amid serious allegations of domestic violence from his ex-wife, framing the controversy as a matter of personal struggles rather than legislative fitness. Johnson praised Miller’s record in Congress while acknowledging the ongoing legal and personal challenges he faces. The statement comes as Miller’s political future hangs in the balance, with the allegations casting a shadow over his campaign. The House leadership’s stance raises questions about how such claims are weighed against a lawmaker’s public service.
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Monday expressed his support for Rep. Max Miller’s (R-Ohio) reelection campaign as the Ohio Republican faces allegations of domestic violence from his ex-wife. “He has been a great member of Congress,” Johnson told CNN’s Manu Raju. “He has some issues in his personal life he’s working through. The House...