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Max Miller Withdraws from Congressional Race

Wednesday, August 5, 2026 · 6 sources

Rep. Max Miller has withdrawn from the Congressional race in Ohio's 7th District. The withdrawal occurred after a deadline for a special election to replace him had passed.

Rep. Max Miller withdrew from the Congressional race in Ohio's 7th District on Wednesday. He had been expected to step aside by 4 pm to allow for a special election to replace him.

Miller's decision to withdraw from the race will allow Republicans to choose a replacement candidate. The process for selecting a new candidate will proceed according to the party's rules.

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What district was Max Miller representing?

Max Miller was representing Ohio's 7th Congressional District.

Why was there a deadline for Max Miller to step aside?

The deadline was to allow for a special election to replace him, if he withdrew by then.

What happens now that Max Miller has withdrawn?

Republicans will choose a replacement candidate to run in the Congressional race.

Did Max Miller meet the deadline to step aside?

No, Max Miller blew past the 4 pm deadline on Wednesday to step aside.

How will the replacement candidate be chosen?

The replacement candidate will be chosen according to the Republican party's rules.