Florida Anesthesiologist Faces License Probe Over Anti-Trump Post

A Florida anesthesiologist faces an investigation that could lead to the revocation of his nursing license after posting on social media that he would refuse to provide anesthesia to patients who support former President Donald Trump. The statement, made public on January 26, 2026, in Miami, has sparked widespread criticism and prompted Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier to urge the state's Board of Medicine to take disciplinary action.

Erik Martindale, a registered nurse and University of Miami graduate who owns medical practices, wrote on Facebook: "I will not perform anesthesia for any surgeries or procedures for MAGA. It is my right, it is my ethical oath, and I stand behind my education. I own all of my businesses and I can refuse anyone!" The post was deleted shortly after it gained attention, and Martindale claimed his accounts on Facebook and Instagram had been hacked. He has not provided further details on the alleged breach.

Uthmeier, a Republican, responded swiftly on X, formerly Twitter, by calling out the Board of Medicine and stating, "Here we go again. Paging FLNursingBoard!" During a press conference on Monday, he emphasized the need for healthcare...