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Senator Mullin's 'Bullet' Claim Sparks Backlash Over Valor

4/24/2025

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Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) ignited controversy by stating he would take a bullet for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, currently criticized for leaking classified information. Critics swiftly pointed out Mullin's absence of military service and shared footage of him ducking during the Capitol riot, branding his remarks as "stolen valor" and "cringe."

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Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) ignited controversy by stating he would take a bullet for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, currently criticized for leaking classified information. Critics swiftly pointed out Mullin's absence of military service and shared footage of him ducking during the Capitol riot, branding his remarks as "stolen valor" and "cringe."