Thursday, 6 August 2026, 13:37
On August 5, 2026, the House Committee on Ethics released a statement saying it is reviewing allegations that Rep. Max Miller, an Ohio Republican, may have engaged in domestic violence and abuse or illegal drug use. The committee said the review is being conducted under Rule 18(a) of the House Code of Official Conduct.
The panel explained that the "mere fact" it is investigating and publicly disclosing the review "does not itself indicate that any violation has occurred." It said no further public comment will be made except in line with committee rules.
CBS News reported that the announcement came after Miller faced recent abuse claims and calls for his resignation. The ethics committee did not specify the nature of the allegations, the time period covered, or any evidence it has gathered.
Committee Rule 7 allows the chairman and ranking member to release statements during an ongoing review. The investigation is in its early stages, and the committee has not set a public deadline.
This is a national story, but it was picked up by California-based outlets such as Gold Rush Cam and Sierra Sun Times. No California lawmakers are named in the committee statement, and the case does not involve any district in the state.
Miller is a Republican congressman from Ohio. The ethics review adds to a period of intense public scrutiny for the lawmaker, who has faced allegations and calls to step down. The committee's disclosure is a procedural step, not a punishment.
The House Ethics Committee will continue its review behind closed doors. Until the committee releases findings, no conclusion should be drawn. The public should treat this investigation as an open question, not a verdict.
