Minneapolis Catholic School Shooting Kills 2 Injures 17

Following the deadly shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, where two children were killed and many others injured, liberal politicians and media figures sharply criticized the expression of 'thoughts and prayers' as inadequate responses. Jen Psaki, Jacob Frey, and other Democrats emphasized that prayers alone cannot prevent such tragedies and called for stronger gun control measures, including a national ban on assault rifles. The shooter, Robert Westman, who identified as a woman, posted a manifesto with anti-Trump and antisemitic messages before committing suicide. Conservative voices, including the school principal, urged not to stop at prayer but to actively support affected communities and pursue real change. The incident reignited debates about the role of government, prayer, and gun policy, with liberals framing government action as essential to preventing future violence, while some conservatives defended the importance of faith and community resilience. The shooting has deeply affected the Minneapolis community and raised concerns about security at religious institutions.