Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) introduced a resolution Monday to expel Rep. Cory Mills (R-Fla.) from the House of Representatives, accusing him of a litany of misconduct including domestic violence, sexual misconduct, stolen valor and profiting from federal contracts while serving in Congress. The move comes as the House Ethics Committee continues an investigation into Mills that began in November, and as Capitol Hill grapples with a series of high-profile resignations over sexual misconduct allegations.
“The swamp has protected Cory Mills for far too long and we are done letting it slide,” Mace said in a statement. “We tried to censure him and strip him from his committee assignments. Both parties blocked it, but we are not backing down.”
Mace alleged that the evidence against Mills is “overwhelming,” even though the Ethics Committee has not yet released its findings. She accused the Florida Republican of “beating women and telling them to lie about it, cyberstalking women, lying about his military service, and profiting off his seat.”
“Any Member who votes to keep him here is voting to protect a woman beater and a fraud,” Mace asserted. “He needs to be expelled immediately.”
The Allegations Against Cory Mills: Domestic Violence, Stolen Valor and More
Mills, a first-term Republican who represents Florida’s 7th congressional district (the Orlando area), has faced a cascade of accusations since entering Congress in 2023. A former Army sniper and defense contractor, he has been a vocal supporter of former President Trump and a frequent critic of the Biden administration.
The specific allegations include:
- Domestic violence: Multiple women have accused Mills of physical abuse. In one case, a former girlfriend alleged he choked her during an argument. Another woman claimed he threw her against a wall and threatened her with a gun.
- Sexual misconduct: Mills has been accused of sending unsolicited explicit messages and making unwanted sexual advances toward women he met through political and professional circles.
- Stolen valor: Critics have pointed to discrepancies in Mills’s public claims about his military service. While he served as a sniper in the Army and deployed to Afghanistan and Iraq, some of his claimed combat exploits have been questioned by military veterans’ groups. Mace specifically accused him of “lying about his military service.”
- Profiteering from federal contracts: As a member of Congress, Mills has been accused of using his position to benefit his former defense contracting business, potentially violating conflict-of-interest rules. The House Ethics Committee is reportedly examining whether he steered federal funds to companies with which he had financial ties.
Mace’s office did not provide specific documentation for each claim, but she argued that the cumulative evidence is sufficient for expulsion.
Mills’s Defense: ‘Allow Due Process’
Mills has pushed back against the expulsion effort, arguing that the Ethics Committee investigation should be allowed to play out before any punitive action.
“I personally think that you should allow due process,” Mills told The Hill when asked about the resolution. “The precedence that she’s setting right now is that you only have to be investigated, and she’s under investigation. So I think that, by her own admission, she’s kind of also saying that she should be expelled as well.”
Mills was referring to the fact that Mace herself is under investigation by the House Ethics Committee for allegedly improperly collecting reimbursements for lodging expenses. The committee has been looking into Mace since 2025.
A spokesperson for Mills did not immediately respond to The Post’s request for comment.
The Political Context: A House in Turmoil Over Sexual Misconduct Scandals
Mace’s resolution comes just a week after two other members of Congress resigned amid sexual misconduct allegations: former Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) and former Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.). Both stepped down rather than face Ethics Committee investigations or expulsion votes.
The House has become a focal point of #MeToo-style reckoning, with lawmakers from both parties facing scrutiny. Mace herself has been a vocal advocate for releasing congressional sexual harassment records and has called for an “avalanche of resignations” of members who have engaged in misconduct.
Mace’s move against Mills is notable because it pits two Republicans against each other. Mills is a member of the conservative Freedom Caucus, while Mace is a more moderate Republican who has often clashed with the far-right wing of her party.
The Expulsion Process: What Would It Take?
Expelling a member of Congress is rare. Under Article I, Section 5 of the Constitution, a two-thirds majority vote is required to expel a member. Since the founding, the House has expelled only five members – three for disloyalty to the Union during the Civil War, and two after being convicted of federal crimes (Michael Myers in 1980 and Jim Traficant in 2002).
A resolution to expel Mills would need support from two-thirds of the House, or roughly 290 votes (assuming all members are present). Given the narrow Republican majority (220-215 at the time of this writing, with a few vacancies), Mace would need dozens of Democrats to join her to reach the two-thirds threshold.
It is unclear whether she will secure that support. While some Democrats have expressed outrage over the allegations, others may be reluctant to hand Republicans a political weapon. Likewise, many of Mills’s Republican colleagues have remained silent, though a few have privately expressed disgust at the allegations.
Mace acknowledged the difficulty: “We tried to censure him and strip him from his committee assignments. Both parties blocked it, but we are not backing down.” A censure resolution requires only a simple majority, but it failed when both parties’ leadership refused to bring it to the floor.
Mills’s Military Record: A Point of Contention
The “stolen valor” allegation is particularly sensitive for Mills, who built his public identity around his military service. His official House biography states that he served as a sniper in the 82nd Airborne Division and completed multiple combat deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. He was awarded the Bronze Star and other commendations.
However, veterans’ groups have raised questions about some of his claims. In a 2024 interview, Mills said he “ran black ops” and conducted “direct action missions” – language that some former special operators said was exaggerated for a conventional Army sniper. The Army has not publicly commented on Mills’s service record.
Mace did not elaborate on the stolen valor accusation, but it appears to refer to Mills’s alleged inflation of his military accomplishments rather than outright fabrication of service.
The Ethics Committee Investigation: What’s Taking So Long?
The House Ethics Committee launched its probe into Mills in November 2025, following Mace’s failed censure effort. The committee operates under strict confidentiality rules, so little is known about the progress of the investigation. Typically, such inquiries take months or even years, and they can result in a range of outcomes: dismissal of charges, a letter of reproval, a fine, a recommendation for censure, or a recommendation for expulsion.
Mace’s decision to jump ahead of the committee’s findings is unusual. She argued that the evidence is already “overwhelming” and that the committee’s delay is a form of protection. “The swamp has protected Cory Mills for far too long,” she said.
Mills, for his part, has consistently denied wrongdoing and pointed to the ongoing investigation as the proper venue for adjudication.
What Happens Next
- Resolution referral: Mace’s expulsion resolution will be referred to the House Ethics Committee or the House Rules Committee. Mace could also attempt to force a vote through a discharge petition, but that is a lengthy process.
- Ethics Committee report: The committee may accelerate its investigation in light of the expulsion resolution. A public report could be released in the coming weeks or months.
- Potential floor vote: If the committee recommends expulsion, or if Mace gathers enough support, a floor vote could occur. That would require two-thirds of the House.
- Political fallout: The case could become a flashpoint in the 2026 midterm elections, with Democrats using Mills’s alleged misconduct to attack Republicans, and Republicans using Mace’s own ethics investigation to question her motives.
FAQ: Nancy Mace’s Expulsion Resolution Against Cory Mills
Q: What is Cory Mills accused of?
A: Domestic violence, sexual misconduct, stolen valor, and profiting from federal contracts as a member of Congress.
Q: Has he been charged with any crime?
A: No. The allegations are under investigation by the House Ethics Committee. No criminal charges have been filed.
Q: Why is Nancy Mace leading this effort?
A: Mace has made congressional accountability a priority. She previously tried to censure Mills and has called for releasing sexual harassment records.
Q: Is Mace herself under investigation?
A: Yes. The House Ethics Committee is investigating Mace over alleged improper reimbursement claims for lodging expenses.
Q: What would it take to expel Mills?
A: A two-thirds vote of the House (roughly 290 votes). That would require significant Democratic support.
Q: Has any member of Congress been expelled recently?
A: The last expulsion was Rep. Jim Traficant in 2002, who was convicted of federal crimes. No member has been expelled solely for alleged misconduct without a criminal conviction.
