Congressman Max Miller's Girlfriend Faces Grand Theft Indictment
A grand jury indicted Jaclyn Alatrash, the woman Rep. Max Miller has been dating, on charges of grand theft, telecommunications fraud, and misuse of a credit card. The allegations stem from her ex-husband's claim that she used his credit card for more than $9,000 in Instacart purchases after they separated. Miller's re-election bid has also been affected by allegations from his ex-wife, Emily Moreno, including domestic violence claims.
Jaclyn Alatrash, who has been romantically linked to Rep. Max Miller for almost two years, was indicted Thursday on three counts: grand theft, telecommunications fraud, and credit card misuse. The case reportedly stems from claims by her former husband, Matthew Kampert, that she charged over $9,000 in Instacart orders to his personal card after their legal separation. Kampert also said she was not an authorized user on that card, including during their marriage.
The indictment adds another legal controversy around Miller as he seeks a third term. His ex-wife, Emily Moreno, has accused him of throwing hot water at her, pushing her, and aiming a gun at her. Mother Jones first reported the charges against Alatrash.
The charges may keep attention on how allegations involving public officials’ personal relationships affect voter perceptions in Miller’s district. Constituents could weigh the indictment and prior domestic violence claims when evaluating his re-election bid. The case may also highlight broader questions about credit card misuse and domestic abuse reporting, though legal outcomes remain uncertain. People connected to those involved could face added scrutiny and stress.