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Nation Mourns Slain Minnesota Speaker Melissa Hortman at Funeral

Nation Mourns Slain Minnesota Speaker Melissa Hortman at Funeral

Nation Mourns Slain Minnesota Speaker Melissa Hortman at Funeral Prominent political figures, including former President Joe Biden and former Vice President Kamala Harris, gathered yesterday in Minneapolis to pay their respects at the funeral of slain Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman. The couple was tragically killed on June 14 in what authorities are investigating as a politically motivated assassination. The private service, held at the Basilica of St. Mary, drew national attention as leaders…

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Minnesota Tragedy: A Shocking Assassination and the Threat to Democracy

Minnesota Tragedy: A Shocking Assassination and the Threat to Democracy

Minnesota Tragedy: A Shocking Assassination and the Threat to Democracy Hey friend, I just heard some incredibly devastating news out of Minnesota. Former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband were assassinated, and State Senator John Hoffman and his wife were wounded in what’s being called a politically motivated attack. It’s truly shocking. Governor Walz confirmed the horrific news and strongly condemned the violence, promising to bring those responsible to justice. The attack happened late Friday night, and the suspect,…

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Minnesota Lawmaker Shooting: Suspect Apprehended; Political Violence Concerns Raised

Minnesota Lawmaker Shooting: Suspect Apprehended; Political Violence Concerns Raised

Minnesota Lawmaker Shooting: Suspect Apprehended; Political Violence Concerns Raised Vance Boelter, 57, suspected in a politically motivated shooting that killed State Representative Melissa Hortman and injured State Senator John Hoffman, has been arrested after a two-day manhunt. Boelter, described as a security professional and former colleague of Senator Hoffman, faces two counts of second-degree murder and two counts of attempted second-degree murder. Law enforcement agencies coordinated the apprehension, aided by public cooperation. Governor Tim Walz commended the response and highlighted…

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