GOP Rep. Cory Mills Faces Stolen Valor Allegations Amid Bronze Star Controversy

Florida Republican Representative Cory Mills is facing allegations of 'stolen valor' after multiple veterans disputed the official account of his Bronze Star award for heroism in Iraq. Mills was credited with saving the lives of fellow soldiers, but those named in the commendation—including Joe Heit and Alan Babin—say he was not present during the incidents in question. Other witnesses, including medics and a platoon sergeant, also do not recall Mills being involved at the scene where the acts of bravery reportedly took place. Army documents recommended Mills for the medal, but one sergeant named as being saved by Mills called the account a 'fabrication.' Mills maintains he did not write his own award recommendation, while his former brigade commander verified signing the form but did not vouch for the specific events. The controversy has led to calls for investigations by the House Ethics Committee and other agencies.