Embattled Rep. Cory Mills pressed on ‘stolen valor’ claims and even his religion at fiery GOP primary debate

Rep. Cory Mills (R-Fla.) faced a barrage of attacks Wednesday at the Republican primary debate for Florida’s Seventh Congressional District, where his rivals pressed him on allegations of “stolen valor,” a Justice Department probe and even that he converted to Islam. 3 Florida Rep. Cory Mills during the GOP primary debate on Aug. 5, 2026. “When it comes to stolen valor, go look at my [Official Military Personnel File] file. USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect3 Congressional candidate Ryan Elijah poses with attendees at the debate on Aug. 5, 2026. “I stand by one thing,” Mills added.