Melania Trump Calls for Intervention After Minnesota Church Shooting Kills 2 Children

Following a tragic mass shooting at Annunciation Church in Minneapolis that killed two children and injured at least 17 others, First Lady Melania Trump called for pre-emptive intervention through behavioral threat assessments to identify potential shooters early. She emphasized the importance of monitoring warning signs, including concerning behaviors and violent threats on social media, and advocated for assessments across homes, schools, and online platforms to prevent future tragedies. The shooter, identified as Robin Westman, a 23-year-old transgender individual with anti-Trump sentiments, was armed with three guns and attacked the school where his mother had worked, before taking his own life. Minneapolis Police described the shooting as a deliberate act of violence, with the gunman firing through church windows at children inside. Melania's statement aligns with her BE BEST campaign's focus on child well-being, online safety, and prevention of harm. Her response marks a rare and outspoken public intervention on the issue during her tenure as First Lady.