TV Meteorologist Turned Democratic State Senator Is Arrested for Burglarizing Her Stepmother’s Home, ‘Dressed in All Black Clothing’

Nicole Mitchell, who was a rising star in the Minnesota state senate, is now facing calls to resign.

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Minnesota State Senator Nicole Mitchell, seen in her booking photo (L) and during happier times (R) has been arrested for burglarizing what's believed to be her stepmother and late father's home. Becker County Jail / Facebook

Minnesota State Sen. Nicole Mitchell, 49, holds a position that necessitates a respect for the law. But a recent arrest might have voters questioning her morals during her first term.

Ms. Mitchell is a member of the The Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party who represents Minnesota State Senate District 47. The DFL Party, which was created in 1994 when the Minnesota Democrats merged with the Farmer-Labor Party, is an affiliate of the Democratic Party. 

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