

From the Senate with MARKWAYNE MULLIN | May 2025 (Ep. 753)
May 8, 2025
Markwayne Mullin, United States Senator and former wrestler, shares riveting stories from the 2025 NCAA Wrestling Championships alongside President Trump. He highlights the unexpected thrill of the heavyweight final and the significance of Trump’s support for wrestler Wyatt Hendrickson. The conversation also dives into the impact of executive orders within Congress and the strategic moves needed to build solid legislation. With a touch of humor, Mullin stirs nostalgia for wrestling while navigating serious political discussions.
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Wyatt Hendrickson's Historic Upset
- Wyatt Hendrickson upset Olympic champion Gable Steveson at the 2025 NCAA Wrestling Championships.
- Trump stayed to watch the final and personally celebrated Wyatt's victory with a salute and handshake.
Wyatt's Winning Move Power
- Wyatt Hendrickson trained extensively and developed a signature takedown move that secured his win.
- After the match, Wyatt described his arms as the strongest they've ever been, making escape impossible for Gable.
Executive Orders Mostly Reversals
- Over half of Trump’s 140 executive orders reversed Biden's reversals of Trump's prior orders.
- Only about 70 executive orders are new, a number lower than Biden's first 100 days.