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Max Miller's Support Crumbles in Ohio, Washington Over Abuse Allegations

August 7, 2026

Summary

Republican Rep. Max Miller is facing scrutiny and crumbling support over abuse allegations and a custody battle, with leaked texts suggesting he withheld his toddler's stuffed bunny from his ex-wife.

How coverage differs

Left outlets highlight Ohio GOP voters weighing support for Representative Max Miller over abuse allegations and leaked texts, while right outlets report his support is crumbling in Ohio and Washington.

  • Left: Ohio GOP voters question support for embattled Miller amid abuse claims Left-leaning outlets highlight that Ohio GOP voters are weighing their support for Representative Max Miller amid abuse allegations made by his ex-wife, Emily Miller. They emphasize the leaked text messages suggesting Miller withheld his toddler's stuffed bunny during a custody battle, framing it as a significant factor in voter consideration.
  • Right: Miller's political support collapses in Washington and at home Right-leaning outlets report that Representative Max Miller's support is crumbling both in Ohio and Washington due to abuse allegations from his ex-wife. They focus on the impact of leaked texts showing Miller withheld his toddler's stuffed bunny, indicating a decline in his political backing.

Coverage by lane

Left

  • Ohio GOP voters weigh whether to back Rep. Max Miller amid abuse allegations - CNN

Right

  • Max Miller’s support crumbles back home and in Washington over abuse allegations - Washington Examiner

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