The U.S. House Committee on Ethics announced Tuesday that it has launched an investigation into Rep. Max Miller, R-Ohio, centered on claims of domestic violence and illicit substance use. The bipartisan panel confirmed leaders are reviewing allegations that Miller “may have engaged in domestic violence and abuse or illegal drug use” in violation of congressional standards, though officials stressed the action “does not itself indicate that any violation has occurred”. The inquiry follows public accusations made by his former spouse, Emily Moreno, who alleged in domestic court proceedings that Miller engaged in physical abuse toward her and their young child. Miller has forcefully rejected the domestic violence claims, attributing the dispute to contentious divorce proceedings and maintaining that the accusations are fabricated. Meanwhile, Miller has maintained that he will remain in his reelection campaign while cooperating with the House panel to examine the relevant documentation.