Minnesota Lawmakers Killed, Spouses Injured in Targeted Shootings

Minnesota was shaken by a politically motivated shooting that killed State Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, and severely injured State Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette. The suspected shooter, 57-year-old Vance Luther Boelter, was impersonating a police officer, leading to a manhunt and a shelter-in-place order in Brooklyn Park, which was later lifted. Officials and public figures, including Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and the Minnesota Vikings, condemned the attack as an assault on democracy and political violence, expressing condolences and calls for unity. Law enforcement continues to update the public and work to apprehend the suspect, with upcoming briefings planned to share further information and photos of Boelter. The incident has prompted widespread reflection on political violence and the need for mutual respect in public discourse. Support and prayers have been extended to the victims' families, the injured, and the wider Minnesota community as the investigation proceeds.