Manhunt After Minnesota Lawmakers Attacked in Homes

Two Minnesota Democratic lawmakers, former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and State Senator John Hoffman, and their spouses were shot in their homes in separate, politically motivated attacks in the Minneapolis suburbs. Hortman and her husband were killed, while Hoffman and his wife survived after surgery. Authorities believe the attacker may have posed as a police officer to gain access, and a manifesto naming additional lawmakers was reportedly found in the suspect's vehicle. A statewide manhunt is underway as the suspect remains at large, spurring concerns about rising threats to officials. Governor Tim Walz has condemned the shootings as an attack on democracy, activated the State Emergency Operations Center, and pledged full support to law enforcement. Prominent figures, including Gabrielle Giffords, have also condemned the violence and urged action against political extremism.