Markwayne Mullin is an American politician, businessman, and former MMA fighter serving as the junior U.S. Senator from Oklahoma since 2023.

A member of the Cherokee Nation, he made history as the first Native American U.S. senator since 2005, previously representing Oklahoma's 2nd Congressional District in the House from 2013 to 2023.

Early Life and Business Roots

Born July 26, 1977, Mullin grew up in Oklahoma, wrestling through school despite switching programs multiple times due to closures—one tough day ended his college dreams with a shoulder injury.

At 20, he took over the family plumbing business after his father's illness, expanding Mullin Plumbing into the region's largest service company while launching ventures like Mullin Environmental and Rowan's Steakhouse.

Married 28 years to high school sweetheart Christie, they have five children, including adopted twins, and run a working cow-calf ranch.

Athletic Past

An undefeated MMA fighter with a 5-0 pro record, Mullin earned wins via submission before retiring.

Inducted into the Oklahoma Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2016 and honored as Outstanding American by the National Wrestling Hall of Fame, he still coaches youth wrestling weekends.

Political Rise

Mullin entered politics as a "businessman, not a politician," winning the 2012 House race after a primary runoff.

Key early votes included supporting a $607 billion defense bill with Guantanamo protections.

In 2022, he won Oklahoma's Senate seat; as of early 2026, he's in his first term amid buzz as President Trump's pick for DHS secretary under Kristi Noem.

Election| Race| Votes| Outcome 15
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2012| OK-2 House Primary Runoff| 57%| Won vs. Faught
2012| OK-2 General| Majority| Defeated Wallace (D), Fulks (I)
2022| U.S. Senate| Won| Junior Senator

Notable Moments

  • Teamsters Clash (2023): Nearly fought union head Sean O'Brien in a Senate hearing over PRO Act, salaries—Chairman Sanders intervened: "Sit down!"
  • Afghanistan Aid (2021): Led a group to evacuate allies from Taliban takeover but was denied by Defense Dept.

Active on immigration via groups like Immigration Accountability Project.

Recent Buzz (2026)

As of March 2026, Mullin's Trump cabinet nod for DHS draws attention—five key facts highlight his Senate tenure, fights, and business grit.

Campaign finance shows strong fundraising; he's eyeing 2026 reelection with votes like the 2025 "Big Beautiful Bill."

Forums buzz with his wrestler-turned-senator story, Cherokee heritage, and bold style.

TL;DR: Cherokee senator, ex-plumber/MMA champ, House vet (2013-23), now eyeing DHS under Trump—known for business success and fiery hearings.

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