State Senator from Minnesota arrested for suspected burglary

Democratic Senator Nicole Mitchell, a former meteorologist, was arrested for first-degree burglary in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. She is being held in the Becker County Jail and charges are pending. Mitchell did not respond to calls for comment, and it’s unclear if she has legal representation. Her arrest comes during a critical time for Senate Democrats, who have a slim majority. Mitchell’s background includes working for KSTP-TV, Minnesota Public Radio, and the U.S. military. The case is still under investigation, and details are limited. Senate leaders were surprised by the arrest and are awaiting more information before making further comments.

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