The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating Rep. Cory Mills (R-FL), with sources saying the probe is partly focused on his finances. MS NOW first reported the inquiry, and Mills' office did not respond to requests for comment. The House Ethics Committee has separately formed a subcommittee to investigate alleged campaign finance violations and claims of sexual misconduct. Mills has denied the allegations, calling them false and politically motivated. This remains a developing story.
Justice Department Probes Rep. Cory Mills, Sources Say — Investigation Includes Financial Review
DOJ investigating Rep. Cory Mills: Sources
The U.S. Department of Justice has opened an inquiry into Republican Rep. Cory Mills of Florida, multiple sources familiar with the matter told reporters. Sources say the probe is at least partly focused on his finances. Mills' office did not respond to ABC News' request for comment.
Background: MS NOW was the first outlet to report the investigation. Further information about the scope or status of the DOJ inquiry was not immediately available.
Congressional Role: Mills was elected in 2022 to represent Florida's 7th Congressional District and won reelection in 2024. He serves on both the House Armed Services Committee and the House Intelligence Committee.
Related Ethics Inquiry: In November, the House Ethics Committee voted to form an investigative subcommittee to examine allegations that Mills violated campaign finance laws and engaged in sexual misconduct and dating violence.
Mills' Response: Prior to the start of the ethics probe, Mills issued a statement saying the sexual misconduct claims were "false and misrepresent the nature of my interactions." He also accused a former Florida primary opponent of "weaponizing the legal system to launch a political attack against the man who beat him."
This is a developing story. More details will be provided as they become available.
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