Senator Markwayne Mullin is embroiled in a heated feud with Sean O’Brien, the general president of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, leading to threats of physical confrontation. The conflict escalated during a Senate hearing when Mullin criticized unions for attempting to infiltrate his plumbing business, prompting a Twitter insult from O’Brien. Mullin responded by expressing his readiness for a physical altercation and mentioned taking off his wedding ring before confronting O’Brien. Despite criticism for resorting to violent threats, Mullin defended his stance, emphasizing consequences for such behavior. He justified the threat of violence by citing historical duels, including those involving President Andrew Jackson.
Key Points:
Senator Markwayne Mullin is engaged in a verbal feud with Sean O’Brien, general president of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters.
The conflict intensified during a Senate hearing, with Mullin criticizing unions and O’Brien responding with insults on Twitter.
Mullin expressed his readiness for a physical altercation, mentioning taking off his wedding ring before confronting O’Brien.
Despite criticism, Mullin defended his stance, citing consequences for such behavior and justifying the threat of violence with historical duels involving figures like President Andrew Jackson.