Max Miller will almost certainly stay on the Ohio ballot as Republicans' window to replace him closes

Rep. Max Miller of Ohio will almost certainly appear on the November ballot after Republicans missed their last practical chance to replace him.

Miller, who faces accusations that he abused his ex-wife and their young daughter, would have had to withdraw Saturday to leave room for the two-day notice required before a party committee could meet and certify someone else. He did not. That committee has until 4 p.m. Monday, 86 days before the election, and once that passes Republicans cannot substitute another candidate at all.

An earlier deadline, 4 p.m. on Aug. 5, would have set a special primary in motion. Miller let that one pass as well.

His campaign said Saturday that he is staying in the race. He has denied every allegation.

After that cutoff, Miller cannot be replaced, even if he drops out later.