Emily Moreno, the ex-wife of Ohio Representative Max Miller and daughter of Senator Bernie Moreno, has filed for a restraining order against her former spouse amid escalating allegations of harassment and abusive behaviour during their divorce proceedings. The restraining order is intended to limit Miller’s ability to contact Moreno’s legal representatives, following a series of troubling incidents that Moreno claims occurred throughout their ongoing legal battle.
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In a court filing submitted to Cuyahoga County, Moreno detailed numerous allegations against Miller, asserting he has harassed and insulted her attorneys on several occasions. One notable incident occurred after a court hearing in May 2026, where Moreno alleged that Miller verbally attacked one of her attorneys, making demeaning comments about his fiancée. His remarks purportedly included references to her appearance and insinuations of unprofessional conduct, which Moreno stated were made in the presence of witnesses.
Further allegations emerged during a court hearing in July, where Moreno claimed that Miller interrupted proceedings to provocatively inquire whether he should sign a copy of a book by Stephanie Grisham, which accuses him of abusive behaviour. This led to an uncomfortable situation where Miller reportedly physically grabbed the attorney to gain attention while again making disrespectful comments regarding the attorney’s fiancée.
Moreno’s court documents also referenced harassing emails allegedly sent by Miller to attorneys who had previously represented her, in which he questioned their professionalism and level of responsiveness during the divorce process. In one communication, Miller provocatively asked whether the attorney’s schedule was busier than his own as a member of Congress, demonstrating a dismissive attitude towards their work.
The filing seeks to prohibit Miller from engaging in any form of harassment or violence towards Moreno’s legal counsel. “This conduct must cease,” the application states emphatically, reflecting a significant concern about Miller’s behaviour as the divorce proceedings continue.
The allegations against Miller are severe, with claims that he has acted violently towards Moreno in the presence of their young daughter. Moreno previously accused Miller of holding a firearm to her head and involved law enforcement in incidents of alleged domestic violence, including reports from February 2026, when their daughter purportedly made comments suggesting fear of her father and violent behaviour.
Amidst these serious allegations, family courts are grappling with the broader implications of the case, particularly following unconfirmed incidents concerning the couple’s two-year-old daughter. Moreno has expressed fears for her safety and the wellbeing of their child, leading to involvement from child protective services. Their investigation, however, reportedly could not establish whether the child’s broken collarbone was caused by abuse.
Miller, a former aide in the Trump administration who represents Ohio’s 7th Congressional District, has firmly denied all allegations of wrongdoing. He has labelled the accusations as fabrications and accused Moreno of attempting to manipulate the situation for her gain. Furthermore, he has filed his own legal claims, alleging that Moreno has exhibited abusive behaviour towards him and their child, which included a request for a civil protection order that was later dropped.
In spite of the legal turmoil, both families have maintained a stance on prioritising their daughter’s safety amid these accusations. Senator Bernie Moreno’s office stated he is focused on ensuring a positive outcome for his family, while refraining from commenting publicly on the unfolding legal matters.
As this family drama continues to unfold publicly, the impact on their daughter is of increasing concern. Child safety advocates urge anyone dealing with similar situations to reach out for help—services like the National Domestic Violence Hotline provide confidential support around the clock.
As the legal battles persist, the next civil trial is set to commence shortly after the upcoming electoral campaign on November 5, which may further complicate the already contentious atmosphere surrounding the case. Legal representatives for both Miller and Moreno have yet to respond to requests for commentary, leaving the public to watch as the situation evolves in the coming weeks.