Congressman Cory Mills Republican of Florida, who is currently at the center of multiple scandals. These concerns are raising serious questions about his behavior and judgement. Mills has already gained national notoriety with her introduction of the “DON-ument Act,” legislation to make the US-Mexico border wall a national monument. He recently found himself under serious allegations, including an accusation of assaulting and threatening his ex-girlfriend, Lindsey Langston. The allegations, and a related breach of contract lawsuit over unpaid rent, have turned contentious. As such, a Florida judge issued a protective order against him.
Things took an alarming turn after Mills was taken to court for allegedly not paying $85,000 on rent due for his land. His landlord filed an eviction action because Mr. Mills has a deep financial hole to climb. He manages to afford an annual salary of $174,000—equivalent to his lavish congressman lifestyle—which begs the question of how he chooses to spend his money.
Legal Troubles and Allegations
Mills’ long history of legal complaints and investigations — including the grisly allegations that he assaulted a 27-year-old woman, Sarah Raviani — are settled out of court. Mills has denied any wrongdoing, although he has now been arrested and charged with this case. The poor quality of his response to the investigation shows just how grave those allegations are. This has led to unprecedented conversations about accountability between elected officials.
Mills has been charged with felony accusations. He purportedly threatened to release nude photos of his ex-girlfriend, Lindsey Langston, if she attempted to date or sleep with someone else. Langston is 19 years Mills’ junior. He began dating Mills in 2021, while Mills was still married but separated from his wife. Their relationship had allegedly ended in February 2023, just before Langston petitioned for the protective order.
“You have to ask Representative Mills about that,” – Mike Johnson
As these allegations have developed, constituents and political observers have grown more and more alarmed by Mills’ conduct. They are challenging how it might affect his duties as a congressman.
Response from Leadership
In response to Mills’ allegations and ongoing legal issues, House Speaker Mike Johnson has delivered a tepid defense. He painted Mills as a “faithful colleague” and contrasted his record with his work on Capitol Hill with Sweeney. Johnson deflected direct questions about the allegations that Mills continues to face.
“He’s been a faithful colleague here. I know his work on the Hill. I don’t know all the details … Let’s talk about things that are really serious,” – Mike Johnson
Johnson’s comments reflect a broader reluctance among some Republican leaders to directly address issues of sexual misconduct within their ranks. Not to be outdone, Mills joined other prominent Republicans like Matt Gaetz and Pete Hegseth. All three of them have been accused of egregious acts of sexual misconduct. This development has led to significant debates regarding the leadership of the party on how to address these controversies while still trying to present a compelling image politically.
Community Reactions and Broader Implications
The allegations against Mills have sparked conversations within the community and beyond about the treatment of women and the accountability of public officials. Virginia Giuffre, Epstein’s victim and now an advocate for victims of abuse, highlighted the fact that these young women are extremely expendable in these scenarios. Her comments ring true with so many experiences of people who have faced the harsh realities of these pipelines and the exploitation that surrounds them.
“So many young women, myself included, have been criticised for returning to Epstein’s lair even after we knew what he wanted from us,” – Virginia Giuffre
Giuffre’s reflections are a powerful reminder that we must confront the culture that surrounds and protects allegations of sexual misconduct and abuse of power. These issues go beyond the personal and play into systemic issues that shape societal norms and expectations, like accountability.
In light of these controversies, Mills has made statements emphasizing a need for his party to stand against perceived attacks on women. He stated, “We must stop the left’s attack on women,” which further complicates the narrative around his personal conduct versus public rhetoric.