What is the process to replace Max Miller if he steps aside in the face of abuse allegations?
Rep. Max Miller (R-OH) is facing growing questions about his campaign for a third term representing Ohio’s 7th Congressional District, as allegations of domestic abuse made by his ex-wife have engulfed his reelection campaign.
TL;DR
- Rep. Max Miller (R-OH) is facing domestic abuse allegations from his ex-wife, Emily Moreno.
- Miller denies the allegations and has stated he will not drop out of his reelection campaign for Ohio's 7th Congressional District.
- Ohio election law allows the Republican Party to replace a nominee if Miller withdraws before the candidate replacement deadline.
- The deadline to replace a candidate on the November ballot is Wednesday, August 5th.
- If Miller withdraws before the deadline, Republican officials from the district's counties would convene to select a replacement nominee.
- If Miller remains on the ballot past the deadline, replacing him becomes significantly more difficult.
- The controversy could make the traditionally Republican district more competitive for Democrats.
- Potential replacements for Miller, if he withdraws, could include state Rep. Mike Dovilla or former state Sen. Kevin Coughlin.