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CBS News
6 days ago
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- CBS News
Florida Rep. Cory Mills accused of revenge porn threat after breakup with beauty queen
U.S. Rep. Cory Mills, a Central Florida Republican, has been accused by a beauty pageant titleholder of threatening to release intimate videos and private images of her after she ended their romantic relationship, according to a report filed with law enforcement in July. Mills on Wednesday denied the allegations, which were first made by the woman in a July 14 report filed with the Columbia County Sheriff's Office in North Florida. "These claims are false and misrepresent the nature of my interactions," Mills said in a statement. "I have always conducted myself with integrity, both personally and in service to Florida's 7th District." The sheriff's office forwarded the information to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, which is now handling the case, Sgt. Steven Khachigan, a spokesman for the Columbia County Sheriff's Office, said in an email. No charges have been filed. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement said Wednesday that it doesn't comment on any active inquiries or investigations. In his statement, Mills said the allegations were being pushed by a former political opponent, Lake County commissioner Anthony Sabatini, who ran against him in a 2022 GOP primary for the House seat. "Anthony Sabatini is weaponizing the legal system to launch a political attack against the man who beat him in the primary, using his corporate legal office to push a narrative built on lies and flawed legal arguments — all to score political headlines," Mills said. Mills said he wouldn't comment further. "My team and I will fully cooperate to ensure the truth is made clear. I remain focused on serving my constituents and advancing America First policies," Mills said in the statement. Sabatini didn't respond to an emailed inquiry, but posted on social media on Wednesday: "Mills must resign." The 25-year-old woman told sheriff's office investigators that she started a romantic relationship with Mills in 2021, and it ended in February. During their time together, she lived with him at a home in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, while the congressman traveled back and forth from Washington. At the time they met, Mills was still married but had separated from his wife, and he told her that the divorce was finalized in 2024, she said. The woman said she moved out of the New Smyrna Beach home earlier this year and moved to Columbia County following news reports about allegations against Mills from another woman described as his girlfriend in Washington. After she left, the congressman contacted her numerous times, threatening to release nude images of her and videos of her and Mills engaging in sex acts, she said in the sheriff's office report. The congressman also threatened to harm any men that the woman planned to date in the future, she said. Mills was first elected to Congress in 2022, and his district stretches from the Orlando area to the Daytona Beach area.
The Independent
6 days ago
- Politics
- The Independent
US Rep. Cory Mills accused of threatening to release intimate videos of ex partner
U.S. Rep. Cory Mills, a central Florida Republican, has been accused by a beauty pageant titleholder of threatening to release intimate videos and private images of her after she ended their romantic relationship, according to a report filed with law enforcement last month. Mills on Wednesday denied the allegations, which were first made by the woman in a July 14 report filed with the Columbia County Sheriff's Office in north Florida. 'These claims are false and misrepresent the nature of my interactions,' Mills said in a statement. 'I have always conducted myself with integrity, both personally and in service to Florida's 7th District.' The sheriff's office forwarded the information to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, which is now handling the case, Sgt. Steven Khachigan, a spokesman for the Columbia County Sheriff's Office, said in an email. No charges have been filed. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement said Wednesday that it doesn't comment on any active inquiries or investigations. In his statement, Mills said the allegations were being pushed by a former political opponent, Lake County commissioner Anthony Sabatini, who ran against him in a 2022 GOP primary for the House seat. 'Anthony Sabatini is weaponizing the legal system to launch a political attack against the man who beat him in the primary, using his corporate legal office to push a narrative built on lies and flawed legal arguments — all to score political headlines,' Mills said. Mills said he wouldn't comment further. 'My team and I will fully cooperate to ensure the truth is made clear. I remain focused on serving my constituents and advancing America First policies,' Mills said in the statement. Sabatini didn't respond to an emailed inquiry, but posted on social media on Wednesday: 'Mills must resign.' The 25-year-old woman told sheriff's office investigators that she started a romantic relationship with Mills in 2021, and it ended in February. During their time together, she lived with him at a home in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, while the congressman traveled back and forth from Washington. At the time they met, Mills was still married but had separated from his wife, and he told her that the divorce was finalized in 2024, she said. The woman said she moved out of the New Smyrna Beach home earlier this year and moved to Columbia County following news reports about allegations against Mills from another woman described as his girlfriend in Washington. After she left, the congressman contacted her numerous times, threatening to release nude images of her and videos of her and Mills engaging in sex acts, she said in the sheriff's office report. The congressman also threatened to harm any men that the woman planned to date in the future, she said. Mills was first elected to Congress in 2022, and his district stretches from the Orlando area to the Daytona Beach area.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
'False': US Rep. Cory Mills accused of revenge porn threat; accuses Lake County Commissioner Sabatini of orchestrating smear campaign
A central Florida Republican, Rep. Cory Mills, has been accused of releasing intimate videos and private images after his breakup with a beauty pageant titleholder, according to a report filed with law enforcement last month. Refuting the allegations, Mills on Wednesday called the claims false and said that he had always conducted himself with integrity, AP reported. The allegations were initially reported to the Columbia County Sheriff's Office in north Florida on July 14. "These claims are false and misrepresent the nature of my interactions," Mills said. "I have always conducted myself with integrity, both personally and in service to Florida's 7th District." The case has been transferred to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement from the Columbia County Sheriff's Office, according to Sgt. Steven Khachigan, their spokesman. The matter remains uncharged, with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement declining to comment on active investigations. Mills attributed these allegations to Anthony Sabatini, a former political rival and Lake County commissioner who competed against him in a 2022 GOP primary for the House position. "Anthony Sabatini is weaponizing the legal system to launch a political attack against the man who beat him in the primary, using his corporate legal office to push a narrative built on lies and flawed legal arguments — all to score political headlines," Mills declared. Mills indicated he would refrain from further comments. "My team and I will fully cooperate to ensure the truth is made clear. I remain focused on serving my constituents and advancing America First policies," his statement concluded. Sabatini's response was limited to a social media post stating: "Mills must resign." The 25-year-old complainant informed investigators about her relationship with Mills, which began in 2021 and concluded in February. She resided at his New Smyrna Beach, Florida residence while he commuted to Washington. She stated Mills was separated when they met, claiming his divorce would finalise in 2024. She relocated to Columbia County after reports emerged about another woman described as Mills's girlfriend in Washington. Subsequently, she reported that Mills repeatedly contacted her with threats to release intimate content and warned about potential harm to her future romantic interests. Mills, who entered Congress in 2022, represents a district spanning from Orlando to the Daytona Beach area.
CTV News
6 days ago
- Politics
- CTV News
U.S. Rep. Cory Mills accused of threatening to release intimate videos after breakup
ORLANDO, Fla. — U.S. Rep. Cory Mills, a central Florida Republican, has been accused by a beauty pageant titleholder of threatening to release intimate videos and private images of her after she ended their romantic relationship, according to a report filed with law enforcement last month. Mills on Wednesday denied the allegations, which were first made by the woman in a July 14 report filed with the Columbia County Sheriff's Office in north Florida. 'These claims are false and misrepresent the nature of my interactions,' Mills said in a statement. 'I have always conducted myself with integrity, both personally and in service to Florida's 7th District.' The sheriff's office forwarded the information to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, which is now handling the case, Sgt. Steven Khachigan, a spokesman for the Columbia County Sheriff's Office, said in an email. No charges have been filed. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement said Wednesday that it doesn't comment on any active inquiries or investigations. In his statement, Mills said the allegations were being pushed by a former political opponent, Lake County commissioner Anthony Sabatini, who ran against him in a 2022 GOP primary for the House seat. 'Anthony Sabatini is weaponizing the legal system to launch a political attack against the man who beat him in the primary, using his corporate legal office to push a narrative built on lies and flawed legal arguments — all to score political headlines,' Mills said. Mills said he wouldn't comment further. 'My team and I will fully cooperate to ensure the truth is made clear. I remain focused on serving my constituents and advancing America First policies,' Mills said in the statement. Sabatini didn't respond to an emailed inquiry, but posted on social media on Wednesday: 'Mills must resign.' The 25-year-old woman told sheriff's office investigators that she started a romantic relationship with Mills in 2021, and it ended in February. During their time together, she lived with him at a home in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, while the congressman traveled back and forth from Washington. At the time they met, Mills was still married but had separated from his wife, and he told her that the divorce was finalized in 2024, she said. The woman said she moved out of the New Smyrna Beach home earlier this year and moved to Columbia County following news reports about allegations against Mills from another woman described as his girlfriend in Washington. After she left, the congressman contacted her numerous times, threatening to release nude images of her and videos of her and Mills engaging in sex acts, she said in the sheriff's office report. The congressman also threatened to harm any men that the woman planned to date in the future, she said. Mills was first elected to Congress in 2022, and his district stretches from the Orlando area to the Daytona Beach area. Mike Schneider, The Associated Press
Winnipeg Free Press
6 days ago
- Politics
- Winnipeg Free Press
US Rep. Cory Mills accused of threatening to release intimate videos after breakup
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — U.S. Rep. Cory Mills, a central Florida Republican, has been accused by a beauty pageant titleholder of threatening to release intimate videos and private images of her after she ended their romantic relationship, according to a report filed with law enforcement last month. Mills on Wednesday denied the allegations, which were first made by the woman in a July 14 report filed with the Columbia County Sheriff's Office in north Florida. 'These claims are false and misrepresent the nature of my interactions,' Mills said in a statement. 'I have always conducted myself with integrity, both personally and in service to Florida's 7th District.' The sheriff's office forwarded the information to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, which is now handling the case, Sgt. Steven Khachigan, a spokesman for the Columbia County Sheriff's Office, said in an email. No charges have been filed. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement said Wednesday that it doesn't comment on any active inquiries or investigations. In his statement, Mills said the allegations were being pushed by a former political opponent, Lake County commissioner Anthony Sabatini, who ran against him in a 2022 GOP primary for the House seat. 'Anthony Sabatini is weaponizing the legal system to launch a political attack against the man who beat him in the primary, using his corporate legal office to push a narrative built on lies and flawed legal arguments — all to score political headlines,' Mills said. Mills said he wouldn't comment further. 'My team and I will fully cooperate to ensure the truth is made clear. I remain focused on serving my constituents and advancing America First policies,' Mills said in the statement. Sabatini didn't respond to an emailed inquiry, but posted on social media on Wednesday: 'Mills must resign.' The 25-year-old woman told sheriff's office investigators that she started a romantic relationship with Mills in 2021, and it ended in February. During their time together, she lived with him at a home in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, while the congressman traveled back and forth from Washington. At the time they met, Mills was still married but had separated from his wife, and he told her that the divorce was finalized in 2024, she said. The woman said she moved out of the New Smyrna Beach home earlier this year and moved to Columbia County following news reports about allegations against Mills from another woman described as his girlfriend in Washington. After she left, the congressman contacted her numerous times, threatening to release nude images of her and videos of her and Mills engaging in sex acts, she said in the sheriff's office report. The congressman also threatened to harm any men that the woman planned to date in the future, she said. Mills was first elected to Congress in 2022, and his district stretches from the Orlando area to the Daytona Beach area. ___ Follow Mike Schneider on the social platform Bluesky: @
