House Republicans Block Censure Against Rep. Cory Mills Amid Ethics Probe
House Republicans blocked Rep. Nancy Mace's censure resolution against Rep. Cory Mills, referring it to the Ethics Committee investigating alleged misconduct and campaign finance violations.
Overview
GOP Rep. Nancy Mace introduced a censure resolution against fellow Republican Rep. Cory Mills, aiming to remove him from House Armed Services and Foreign Affairs committees.
House Republicans blocked Mace's censure effort, with seven Republicans supporting it, and instead referred the resolution to the House Ethics Committee for investigation.
The House Ethics Committee is investigating Rep. Cory Mills for alleged campaign finance violations, sexual misconduct, domestic violence, and misrepresentations of military service.
Mills also faces allegations of conflicts of interest, failure to disclose information, and involvement in arms deals, with protective orders issued against him.
Despite the blocked censure and ongoing formal investigations, Rep. Cory Mills consistently denies any wrongdoing and has not been charged with a crime.
Analysis
Center-leaning sources frame this story by emphasizing the extensive and serious allegations against Rep. Cory Mills. They prominently detail accusations of federal contracting violations, sexual misconduct, and "stolen valor," often leading with these claims. While including Mills' denials, the collective editorial choice to extensively highlight the numerous, grave accusations and Nancy Mace's strong condemnations shapes a narrative of significant alleged wrongdoing.
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FAQ
Rep. Cory Mills is facing allegations of campaign finance violations, misuse of congressional resources, sexual misconduct, dating violence, misrepresentation of military service, conflicts of interest, failure to disclose information, improper solicitation or receipt of gifts related to privately sponsored official travel, and involvement in arms deals.
Rep. Nancy Mace introduced a censure resolution aiming to remove Rep. Cory Mills from the House Armed Services and Foreign Affairs committees; however, House Republicans blocked the resolution and referred it to the House Ethics Committee for investigation.
A Florida judge issued a protective order against Rep. Cory Mills, ordering him to have no contact with his ex-girlfriend, to stay at least 500 feet away from her residence and workplace, and prohibiting him from referring to her on social media; violations can lead to fines or imprisonment.
Rep. Cory Mills denies any wrongdoing, stating he has evidence and receipts and looks forward to cooperating with the Ethics Committee to prove the accusations false.
The formation of an investigative subcommittee by the House Ethics Committee does not indicate guilt but initiates a formal, wide-ranging inquiry into multiple allegations against Rep. Cory Mills, which could lead to further action depending on the findings.
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