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Sen. Mullin Regrets 'Deranged' Nurse Comment Amid Investigation

3/19/2026

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At a March 18, 2026 confirmation hearing, Sen. Markwayne Mullin expressed regret for labeling ICU nurse Alex Pretti a 'deranged individual' and said he would apologize if investigations proved his claims wrong.
Sen. Gary Peters challenged Mullin on statements about victims of Minneapolis shootings, contrasting Mullin's willingness to reconsider with former Secretary Kristi Noem's refusal to retract similar remarks.
Mullin emphasized the ongoing investigation must conclude before he comments further.

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At a March 18, 2026 confirmation hearing, Sen. Markwayne Mullin expressed regret for labeling ICU nurse Alex Pretti a 'deranged individual' and said he would apologize if investigations proved his claims wrong.
Sen. Gary Peters challenged Mullin on statements about victims of Minneapolis shootings, contrasting Mullin's willingness to reconsider with former Secretary Kristi Noem's refusal to retract similar remarks.
Mullin emphasized the ongoing investigation must conclude before he comments further.