Embattled Rep. Max Miller posts audio of ex-wife accusing him of drug use — but move backfires
Key Points:
- Rep. Max Miller released secretly recorded audio of his ex-wife Emily Moreno amid her abuse allegations, but the recordings appear to support some of her claims, including concerns about his drug use and a hot water incident.
- The audio reveals Moreno accusing Miller of having needles by his bed and fearing him, while Miller denies drug use but admits to testosterone replacement therapy; Moreno also alleges physical abuse and child abuse concerns.
- Miller faces a Wednesday deadline to decide on his reelection bid as President Trump publicly calls him a “good person” amid the controversy, despite Miller trailing in polls against Democrat Brian Poindexter.
- Emily Moreno’s legal team and spokesman maintain that Miller has a history of violent and dangerous behavior, criticizing his public response as an attempt to save his political career through victim shaming.
- Additional allegations against Miller include abuse claims from former White House press secretary Stephanie Grisham, a high school incident of pushing someone down stairs, and a college DUI arrest.