Ohio Republican Representative Max Miller is facing accusations of domestic abuse from his ex-wife, Emily Moreno, which he denies. Miller is currently running for re-election to a third term in Congress.

Emily Moreno's father, Senator Bernie Moreno of Ohio, has publicly called on Miller to step down amid the allegations. NBC's Kelly O'Donnell reported on the situation for TODAY.

This development comes amid other national news including massive wildfires in Washington forcing thousands to evacuate, climbers missing after an avalanche on Broad Peak in Pakistan, and the Powerball jackpot rising to $748 million ahead of the Monday drawing.

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