Friends and neighbors,
I wanted to update you on the situation involving Senator Nicole Mitchell, who is facing felony burglary charges after breaking into her stepmother’s home last year. On March 13, the Senate Ethics Committee met to review two complaints against Senator Nicole Mitchell tied to these charges and her behavior. Despite clear evidence of wrongdoing, the committee failed to take meaningful action.
The first complaint stemmed from new evidence in her criminal case — a second felony charge involving a crowbar that she allegedly left at the scene. The second complaint involved Senator Mitchell voting on a procedural motion tied to her own potential expulsion — a clear conflict of interest. In both cases, Senate Democrats refused to hold her accountable.
There are two Republicans and Two Democrats on the Senate Ethics Committee. Attempts to hold her accountable for her behavior failed on tied 2-2 votes. Senator Mitchell’s actions have created a serious problem for the Senate, yet Democrats have been more interested in protecting their political power than doing what’s right.
Meanwhile, her stepmother, the real victim here, is struggling with cognitive impairment, and these delays only make it harder for her to get the justice she deserves.
This isn’t about politics. It is about accountability. Minnesotans deserve better.
If you have any questions, please reach out any time.
God Bless,