Minnesota Lawmakers Targeted in Political Shootings

Authorities have identified 57-year-old Vance Boelter as the suspect in coordinated, politically motivated shootings in Minnesota early Saturday. Boelter, disguised as a police officer and driving a fake squad car, fatally shot former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband at their Brooklyn Park home, and wounded Senator John Hoffman and his wife in Champlin; the Hoffmans are recovering after surgery. Investigators found a manifesto, a hit list with over 50 names—including lawmakers, government officials, abortion clinics, and pro-choice groups—and flyers referencing 'No Kings' rallies in Boelter's vehicle. The attacks led to statewide alerts, increased security for potential targets, and the cancellation of planned 'No Kings' protests. Boelter, a former member of Minnesota's Governor’s Workforce Development Council, remains at large amid an ongoing manhunt. Governor Tim Walz condemned the violence and called for unity against such acts.