Ex-wife presents letter in congressman's defamation case
Emily Moreno filed a motion citing a handwritten note and photos in a lawsuit filed by Rep. Max Miller. The filing responds to his claims of defamation over abuse allegations from 2024.
New York PostEmily Moreno submitted a handwritten note and photographs in Cuyahoga County Court as part of her response to a defamation lawsuit filed by Rep. Max Miller. The documents were attached to a motion seeking expedited relief under Ohio's anti-SLAPP statute.
The note, written in blue ink and shown in all capital letters, states in part: "I do know you love me, protect me, and care for me. " Moreno's filing asserts the note was written on the day of an alleged June 2024 incident in which Miller threw hot water on her.
Background of the case Miller filed the defamation suit against Moreno and her attorney, Andrew Zashin, alleging they falsely portrayed him as an abuser. Court records show the suit stems from media coverage of the June 2024 incident and related custody proceedings.
Miller's legal team stated the note referenced an argument with Moreno's father rather than the alleged incident.
He also moved to dismiss a separate domestic-violence petition he had filed against Moreno. Zashin said in a statement that Miller's actions were "an improper and unconstitutional attempt to silence us." The custody dispute between the parties remains ongoing.
Key Facts
Story Timeline
3 events- June 8, 2024
Alleged incident occurred during which Moreno claims Miller threw hot water on her.
1 sourceNew York Post - This week
Miller moved to dismiss his separate domestic-violence petition against Moreno.
1 sourceNew York Post - Thursday
Miller declined to testify at a hearing on his motion to disqualify Moreno's attorney.
1 sourceNew York Post
Potential Impact
- 01
The custody proceedings between the parties will continue in Cuyahoga County Court.
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The defamation lawsuit may proceed or be narrowed depending on the court's rulings.
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