Mike Johnson backs Max Miller's reelection bid despite abuse allegations

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) affirmed he is standing behind Rep. Max Miller’s (R-OH) reelection campaign despite allegations of domestic violence and child abuse.

Mike Johnson backs Max Miller's reelection bid despite abuse allegations

TL;DR

  • House Speaker Mike Johnson supports Rep. Max Miller's reelection campaign.
  • Allegations of domestic violence and child abuse have been made against Rep. Max Miller by his ex-wife.
  • Miller denies the allegations and has called for a House Ethics Committee investigation into himself.
  • The House Ethics Committee is investigating allegations of domestic violence, abuse, or illegal drug use against Miller.
  • The ethics investigation is not expected to conclude before the November elections.
  • Johnson stated that Miller is a "great member of Congress" and that he has "issues in his personal life he’s working through."