House GOP conference chair says Rep. Max Miller is "our nominee right now" despite abuse allegations

September 6, 2026 / 3:02 PM EDT / CBS News

House GOP conference chair says Rep. Max Miller is "our nominee right now" despite abuse allegations

TL;DR

  • House Republican Conference Chair Lisa McClain is supporting Rep. Max Miller's reelection bid, stating she will support anyone with an 'R' behind their name.
  • McClain acknowledged the abuse allegations against Miller but stated, "I wish the allegations weren't true" and that "divorces are ugly."
  • GOP leadership, including House Speaker Mike Johnson, is standing by Miller despite calls from other Republican lawmakers for him to withdraw.
  • Miller's ex-wife, Emily Moreno, has alleged verbal and physical abuse against him and their daughter, seeking a restraining order.
  • Miller has denied the allegations, calling them "incredible, serious and destructive" with no evidence, and stated he cooperated with previous investigations.
  • Miller released a Dropbox folder of documents to defend himself, which reportedly included naked photos of his daughter.
  • Sen. Bernie Moreno, Miller's former father-in-law, expressed fear for his granddaughter's safety and stated Miller should not serve in the House.
  • President Trump reportedly raised concerns with Miller before a deadline for him to withdraw from the race.