In a recent Ohio court appearance via Zoom, Republican Representative Max Miller faced questions regarding potential violations of a 2023 settlement agreement with his ex-girlfriend and former White House press secretary, Stephanie Grisham. The agreement, reached after Grisham alleged abuse against Miller (which he denied) and subsequently sued him for defamation, prohibited both parties from publicly disparaging each other. The court proceedings arose from social media posts and media interviews that may have breached this agreement.

Judge issued preliminary injunctions against both Miller and Grisham, ordering the removal of several social media posts deemed disparaging. Miller faced scrutiny over a May 7 X post alleging that Emily Moreno, his ex-wife, admitted Grisham’s allegations were fabricated. Grisham argued this post damaged her reputation and violated the settlement. Miller contended he did not author the posts and blamed staffers, asserting his congressional duties preclude constant social media monitoring. He also defended his CNN interview statements as self-defense, arguing Grisham initially disparaged him in the public sphere. Grisham countered that Miller’s statements have adversely affected her personal and professional life, citing increased anxiety and missed opportunities due to the settlement’s restrictions on public discussion.

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