Washington, D.C. police are currently investigating Rep. Cory Mills, a Republican from Florida, over an alleged assault at an apartment building. The Metropolitan Police Department responded to a call for an assault at the location and an active criminal investigation is underway. Mills has denied any wrongdoing and stated that law enforcement was asked to resolve a private matter.
The alleged victim in the case stated that while the matter was emotionally charged, there was no physical altercation. The police report lists the incident as a “simple assault” with personal weapons being used. Mayor Muriel Bowser mentioned an internal MPD investigation regarding the handling of the situation.
Representative Mills, who is in his second term, had plans to run for the Senate in 2026. This incident comes amid his political career and aspirations. For more updates on the investigation and any developments in the case, stay tuned.
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