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Several Democratic members of Congress are requesting the House Ethics Committee investigate Congressman Max Miller (R-OH) over allegations that he assaulted his ex-wife, Emily Moreno, and possibly injured their child.

Sen. Bernie Moreno has reportedly said that he doesn't "know" if Rep. Max Miller should stay on the ballot after Moreno's daughter accused Miller of domestic abuse. A trove of court and police records obtained by Mother Jones details allegations of physical abuse, drug use, and misogyny.

Assault, misogyny, verbal threats: Records detail new allegations against Rep. Max Miller

Police reports and filings in a bitter custody dispute raise new questions about the conduct of an Ohio Republican as he campaigns for a third term.

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(202) 224-2315 I welcome all to call Moreno's office and let him know, if he is such a "tough guy", why isn't he defending his daughter against the politician (his son in law) (Rep. Max Miller) who physically harmed her? and his granddaughter. and tell him to clean up his potty mouth.

Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio) long maintained he wasn't impaired during a 2011 crash. But newly obtained toxicology reports reveal he had MDMA and Klonopin in his system. It's part of a 2,000-page trove of records we obtained about Miller, who is currently running for a third term.

Assault, misogyny, verbal threats: Records detail new allegations against Rep. Max Miller

Police reports and filings in a bitter custody dispute raise new questions about the conduct of an Ohio Republican as he campaigns for a third term.

ow.ly

The Imani 5 Imani turned 5 this year! Your consideration of a $5 donation to the Chicago Piping Plover Fund in his honor is appreciated. Your charitable contribution supports the human and other resources needed for monitor management and education outreach. 📸: Denise Poloyac

Picture of a piping plover on the beach along with a picture of a fundraising meter

July 25th will now be known statewide in Illinois as a Day of Reflection and Remembrance for Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley. We understand here in our state that we cannot build a more just future if we are unwilling to confront the injustices of our past.

Today, Governor JB Pritzker joined legislators and community members at Roberts Temple Church of God in Christ to sign HB 4323, officially designating July 25 as Emmett Till Day in Illinois.

Just a random reminder that trickle-down economics was invented by conservatives in the 1980s to justify massive tax cuts for the wealthy and corporations. It’s been nothing short of a disaster.

When I took office, we set out to change the trajectory of Illinois by restoring fiscal responsibility, investing in our people, and rebuilding confidence in our state. Our work is paying off — and businesses are taking notice.

Graphic that reads CNBC's Top States for Business, the state of Illinois rises in the ranks. Overall score: 12th highest in the nation from 30 in 2019. Education: 7th Highest in the nation from 33 in 2019. Infrastructure: 3rd highest in the nation from 16 in 2019.

Consider this my call, Mr. President: Instead of spending $100 billion dollars bombing innocent children in your illegal wars, invest in healthcare, jobs, education, housing, transportation, and environmental justice. I challenge you to do just that.

What was once common sense is now the absurd under Trump. These dangerous weapons of war were taken off the streets to save lives. Here in Illinois, we took a stand against the gun lobby to keep communities safe with our assault weapons ban — and we’ll keep taking a stand.

Chicago Sun Times Article: US Supreme Court will hear challenge to Cook County assault weapons ban.