FBI Offers $50K Reward in Minnesota Lawmakers Shooting Manhunt

Authorities are conducting an extensive manhunt for Vance Luther Boelter, a 57-year-old suspect wanted for the politically motivated assassination of Minnesota State Representative Melissa Hortman and the shooting of State Senator John Hoffman and their spouses. Boelter, who impersonated a police officer and drove a car resembling a police vehicle, fatally shot Hortman and her husband at their home and wounded the Hoffmans, who are now in stable condition after surgery. The FBI has issued a reward of up to $50,000 for information leading to Boelter's arrest and conviction, urging the public not to approach him as he is considered armed and dangerous. Authorities released an image of Boelter wearing a tan cowboy hat and described him as 6'1" with brown eyes and gray hair. Investigators are seeking the public's help and are looking to speak with anyone who may have had recent contact with Boelter, who was last seen at a Twin Cities business and may be attempting to flee the area. A manifesto allegedly written by Boelter named other potential political targets, including Governor Tim Walz and Representative Ilhan Omar.