Minnesota Senator Hoffmans Targeted in Shooting, Wife Shields Daughter Amid Manhunt

Minnesota Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, were seriously injured in a politically motivated attack at their home, where Yvette heroically shielded their daughter, Hope, from gunfire. The assailant, Vance Boelter, disguised as a police officer, shot the Hoffmans multiple times before moving on to fatally shoot Minnesota Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband at their nearby residence. The attack was revealed to be part of a broader manifesto targeting abortion rights supporters, including lawmakers and Planned Parenthood affiliates. Despite their injuries, both John and Yvette Hoffman underwent surgery and are now stable. Authorities are conducting a manhunt for Boelter, who wore a latex mask during the assaults and left behind evidence that aided police in identifying him. The incident has sparked concerns about escalating political violence and calls for steps to ensure public safety and protect democracy.