House Ethics Committee Investigates Two-Term Incumbent Over Assault and Campaign Finance Allegations
The House Ethics Committee has launched an investigation into a two-term incumbent, Rep. Cory Mills, R-Fla., following allegations of physical assault against his former girlfriend and violations of campaign finance laws. Mills has denied these claims, stating, “Show me where I’ve ever been charged or found guilty of anything.” He further accused Rep. Nancy Mace, R-S.C., of introducing a censure resolution against him as a diversion from her own alleged misconduct, citing a restraining order filed against Mace by her ex-fiancé for harassment. Mills recently lost his primary election to Ryan Elijah by 12 percentage points, despite being backed by President Trump. Polling data from National Victory Strategies had indicated Elijah leading by 13 percentage points prior to the election. This primary loss occurred amidst a series of scandals that had concerned fellow Florida Republicans about the potential vulnerability of the House seat in the upcoming November general election. 
