Ohio Representative Max Miller is facing allegations of breaching a mutual restraining order related to his ex-wife by withholding critical audio evidence from his attorney following an interview with the Post.
Miller, a Republican, spoke extensively with the Post on Monday concerning the abuse claims made by his ex, Emily Moreno. This occurred just hours after a judge imposed a restraining order preventing either party from harassing or disrespecting the other.
Moreno’s legal team contended in a court filing on Friday that Miller needs to clarify why he hasn’t faced contempt charges post-interview and should cover Moreno’s legal expenses.
“To be clear, I acknowledge that Miller isn’t barred from media interactions or defending himself. Those actions are not the issue,” her attorney stated in the filing.
“The concern is that if Miller uses media to harass or disrespect Moreno, it violates the court’s order. This needs to stop, especially in such a public manner.”
Emily, the daughter of Senator Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio), was married to Miller in 2022, but they divorced two years later.
The two are currently in a contentious custody dispute over their two-year-old daughter, with allegations that Emily poured boiling water on Moreno and discussions surrounding the child’s broken collarbone.
Miller addressed the situation during the Post interview, marking his first public comments on the matter.
There are also claims suggesting that Miller pushed Moreno, resulting in bruises.
After the interview, Miller mentioned that he spoke with various news outlets, including Spectrum News 1.
His attorney, Chris Brust, informed the Post, “Rep. Miller is responding to false allegations that harm his reputation.”
“The suggestion that Miller breached the Non-Defamation Agreement is a misrepresentation by Moreno’s lawyer, which he firmly disputes. Miller is committed to defending himself and exploring legal options.”
Moreno’s attorney referenced Miller’s interview as justification for dropping a defamation lawsuit against her. Miller had initiated the lawsuit after the Daily Mail published claims about him allegedly pouring boiling water on her.
Miller’s team released audio to the Post from a conversation with Emily weeks after the incident, where he directly confronted her accusations.
“Regarding the water incident, we have the text, and honestly, I didn’t think it harmed you, and I believe you felt the same,” Miller stated in the audio.
“If you wish to accuse me of abuse with photo and video evidence, go ahead.”
Emily’s legal representatives assert that the audio indicates Miller granted her permission to file charges.
On Friday, they filed a motion to compel Miller to turn over the audio, arguing that the Post article reveals his non-compliance with previous discovery requests.
