Rand Paul calls Markwayne Mullin a "man with anger issues" in confirmation hearing

March 18, 2026

TL;DR

Senator Rand Paul criticized nominee Markwayne Mullin during his confirmation hearing for Secretary of Homeland Security.
Paul accused Mullin of having "anger issues" and previously justifying the assault on Paul in 2017.
Mullin had called Paul a "freaking snake" and stated he understood why the attack occurred.
Mullin did not apologize for his past remarks during the hearing but defended them.
Paul highlighted Mullin's past confrontation with Teamsters President Sean O'Brien as further evidence of anger issues.
Senator Katie Britt was reportedly blocked by Paul from introducing Mullin at the hearing.
Despite Paul's opposition, Mullin is likely to advance to a full Senate vote with support from at least one Democratic member.

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