Resolution Calls for Expulsion of Rep. Cory Mills Over Assault Allegations, Contract Violations, and Disputed Military Record

Alright, let's cut through the noise on this one. We're looking at a resolution that's pretty direct: it aims to kick Representative Cory Mills out of the U.S. House of Representatives. This isn't just about a single incident; the resolution lays out a whole list of serious allegations, from personal conduct issues to questions about his professional dealings and even his military service claims. It’s essentially a detailed case for why the House believes he's brought discredit upon the institution.

The Charges: From DC to Florida Courts

First up, the resolution cites some heavy personal allegations. On February 19, 2025, in Washington, DC, Representative Mills is accused of assaulting a 27-year-old woman. Police reports mention she accused him of grabbing, shoving, and pushing her, with officers noting fresh bruises on her arm. The Metropolitan Police Department found probable cause for misdemeanor assault, sending an arrest warrant request to the U.S. Attorney's Office. To make matters stickier, he allegedly told the woman to lie to police, suggesting she say her bruises were "from our vacation" and that she "bruises easily." He also reportedly tried to pull strings by telling police he wanted to call then-Attorney General Pam Bondi. That's a pretty wild set of claims right there, hitting on both alleged physical misconduct and an attempt to obstruct justice.

Then, we pivot to Florida, where a separate former romantic partner secured a Final Judgment of Injunction for Protection Against Dating Violence against Representative Mills on October 14, 2025. The court found he threatened to release nude images and intimate videos of her and to harm her future romantic partners after their relationship ended. The resolution quotes some pretty chilling messages, like "May want to tell every guy you date that if we run into each other at any point. Strap up cowboy" and "I can send him a few videos of you as well. Oh I still still have them." The court noted he kept messaging her even after she asked him to stop 11 times, leading to her experiencing significant emotional distress, including physical illness and needing therapy and medication. This isn't just about a bad breakup; it's about a court finding a pattern of threatening and harassing behavior.

Business Dealings and Financial Footnotes

Beyond the personal, the resolution digs into his professional conduct. The Office of Congressional Conduct found in August 2024 that there was "substantial reason to believe" Representative Mills might have violated House rules and federal law by entering into contracts with federal agencies while serving as a Member of Congress. We're talking nearly $1,000,000 in federal contracts for munitions and weapons secured by his companies. This is a big deal because it raises questions about conflicts of interest and whether he used his position for personal financial gain. For anyone in business, the idea of using a public office to funnel contracts to your own companies is a major red flag.

On top of that, the Office of Congressional Conduct also flagged "substantial reason to believe" he might have "omitted or misrepresented required information" in his financial disclosure statements and accepted "excessive campaign contributions." These are the kinds of details that can really erode public trust, as financial disclosures are supposed to be transparent to ensure accountability.

Questioning the Record: Military Service Claims

Finally, the resolution touches on his military record, specifically the account of events leading to him receiving a Bronze Star in 2021. Multiple individuals who served with him, including a retired Brigadier General, dispute his account. The General stated he didn't personally sign the recommendation for the award, and five people, including two men Mills reportedly saved, dispute his involvement in their rescue or life-saving care. Furthermore, his employment application to DynCorp International claimed service in the U.S. Army 75th Ranger Regiment and attendance at U.S. Army Sniper School, claims that his military records apparently don't back up. For many, military service is sacred, and any misrepresentation here is a serious issue that can undermine credibility.

This resolution, if passed, would be a pretty stark statement from the House, using its constitutional authority to expel a member. It's a move that says the alleged pattern of misconduct—from assault and threats to potential financial impropriety and misrepresenting his record—is serious enough to warrant removal from office, affecting the "dignity and integrity of the House proceedings."