Additional Charge Adds Complexity to Legal Proceedings
State Senator Joshua Miller is set to face a new charge of obstructing a police officer, adding to the existing vandalism accusation related to an incident last month. Cranston’s City Solicitor, Christopher Millea, confirmed that this charge follows a comprehensive review of evidence, including police reports and video footage. Miller, already facing a vandalism charge for allegedly scratching a parked truck, will appear in court on Tuesday to address both charges, which are categorized as misdemeanors.
Political and Community Reactions
The Republican Party of Rhode Island has called for Miller’s resignation, criticizing his actions as a failure to represent his constituents properly. Chairman Joe Powers condemned Miller’s alleged behavior as a continuation of his history of political retaliation. Meanwhile, Senate President Dominick Ruggerio has chosen to let the legal process unfold before making any decisions regarding Miller’s position within the Senate.
The incident has gained wider media attention, particularly after surveillance footage and Miller’s own vehicle—displaying a “Re-elect Miller” sticker—linked him to the vandalized SUV, which bore a provocative “Biden Sucks” bumper sticker. Despite his denial and various explanations for the act, the additional obstruction charge complicates his legal situation further, and the outcome of the case remains closely watched.