Republican Senator Says He Doesn't Wear Seatbelt in D.C. Because He Fears Being Carjacked: I Don't Buckle Up'

Senator Markwayne Mullin does not wear a seatbelt in Washington, D.C. to maintain the ability to escape quickly in case of a carjacking. He expressed his concerns regarding the high rates of car theft in the capital, suggesting if D.C. were a state, its car theft rate would be three times that of any other state. Mullin stated he drives himself in his jeep without buckling up due to the prevalence of carjackings, contrasting his usual seatbelt use outside the city.

Senator Markwayne Mullin stated that he does not wear a seatbelt while driving in Washington, D.C. to ensure he can react quickly in case of a carjacking.

Mullin emphasized the severity of car theft in Washington, D.C., claiming it has car theft rates three times higher than any other state if it were classified as one.

He mentioned, "I don't wanna be stuck in my vehicle when I need to exit in a hurry because I got a seat belt around me," highlighting his concern about carjackings.

The senator noted, "I drive around in Washington, D.C. in my jeep and, yes, I do drive myself. And I don't buckle up."

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