Republican strategist Roger Stone suggested a “bombshell” report about Representative Cory Mills, a Florida Republican, was forthcoming while invoking a comparison to former Representative Eric Swalwell, a California Democrat, in a post on X on Sunday.
“Bombshell Report on Rep. Cory Mills to be released Monday, Cory Mills makes Eric Swallwell [sic] look like Mother Teresa,” Stone, a longtime GOP strategist and ally of President Donald Trump, wrote on X. “House Republicans must expel this degenerate.”
It’s currently unknown what report Stone is referring to in his social media post.
Newsweek reached out to Mills and Stone’s publicist by email on Sunday for comment.
Why It Matters
Mills is facing renewed scrutiny over sexual misconduct accusations as similar scandals led Swalwell and Representative Tony Gonzales, a Texas Republican, to resign last week. While Mills has described comparisons with the other lawmakers as unfair, some on Capitol Hill are calling for him to resign, which could further erode the GOP’s slim majority in the House.
If Mills, who has served Florida’s 7th Congressional District since 2023, is removed from Congress or resigns, it may affect the Republican Party ahead of November’s midterm elections, in which they hope to protect their narrow majority.
Mills, however, has resisted calls to step down and has argued he’s being unfairly grouped with lawmakers accused of sexual relationships with staffers, something he denies.
House Republican leaders have said they are awaiting the outcome of an active Ethics Committee investigation into the congressman before considering disciplinary action.
What To Know
Stone’s warning comes as Mills is already under scrutiny following renewed attention to past allegations—including a resurfaced police report and 911 call first detailed by Newsweek.
Mills was investigated in February 2025 after a woman told police he had assaulted her during an argument at his Washington, D.C., residence. Mills and the woman later denied that a physical altercation occurred, and prosecutors declined to bring charges.
In November, the House Ethics Committee launched an investigation into Mills’ conduct over allegations of failing to properly disclose required information on statements filed with the House; violating campaign finance laws and regulations in connection with his 2022 and 2024 campaigns; improperly soliciting and/or receiving gifts; receiving special favors by virtue of his position; engaging in misconduct with respect to allegations of sexual misconduct and/or dating violence; and/or misusing congressional resources or status.
In October, a Florida judge issued a restraining order against Mills for “protection against dating violence” after his ex-girlfriend accused him of harassment, saying he threatened to blackmail her using nude images and videos.
Mills has said the allegations stem from “a bad breakup,” emphasized he has never been arrested, and argued he’s being targeted for political reasons.
What Was Swalwell Accused of?
Swalwell, who was running for California governor, resigned from Congress following multiple claims of sexual misconduct last week.
A former Swalwell staffer alleged two non‑consensual encounters—one in 2019 and another in 2024—and told investigators she was too intoxicated to consent during the latter incident. Another woman, who appeared publicly with attorney Lisa Bloom, accused the former congressman of drugging and assaulting her in a hotel room in 2018.
Swalwell, 45, declined to comment when reached via phone Tuesday afternoon. “I have no comment on anything—period—and I’m going to hang up now,” he told Newsweek during a brief interview.
Swalwell has denied all accusations of sexual misconduct, posting on social media, “I will fight the serious false allegation made against me.”
How Do Members Get Expelled?
House members can bring privileged resolutions to censure or expel colleagues, which forces action within two legislative days, potentially upending leadership’s control of the floor.
Past practice included delaying action until after Ethics investigations conclude, as in the case of former Representative George Santos, a New York Republican, who was expelled only after the committee released findings.
Under Article I, Section 5 of the U.S. Constitution, “Each House may…with the Concurrence of two thirds, expel a Member,” setting a high bar for removal.
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