MANHUNT UNDERWAY FOR SUSPECT WHO IMPERSONATED A LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER AND SHOT MULTIPLE POLITICAL FIGURES IN MINNESOTA
National News - Minnesota is reeling from the tragic news of a targeted attack that resulted in the deaths of former state House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband.
In a shocking turn of events, another lawmaker, state Sen. John Hoffman, and his wife were also shot and wounded. Authorities are currently searching for a suspect, just hours after the incident occurred.
The suspect has been described as wearing a uniform resembling that of a police officer and driving an SUV similar to a squad car, complicating efforts to identify him. The vehicle was equipped with emergency lights, further misleading witnesses.
The FBI has joined Minnesota authorities in the ongoing investigation, as confirmed in a statement from Dan Bongino, the agency's deputy director.
Update 6/14/2025 at 1:54 PM - The suspect has been identified as Vance Boelter. Boelter is a 57-year old political appointee by Governor Walz. Law enforcement have located the suspect vehicle, which contained anti-Trump "No Kings" protest flyers in his car.
Update 6/14/2025 at 1:40 PM - President Donald Trump has released the following statement: "I have been briefed on the terrible shooting that took place in Minnesota, which appears to be a targeted attack against State Lawmakers. Our Attorney General, Pam Bondi, and the FBI, are investigating the situation, and they will be prosecuting anyone involved to the fullest extent of the law. Such horrific violence will not be tolerated in the United States of America. God Bless the great people of Minnesota, a truly great place!"
Update 6/14/2025 at 1:26 PM - Minnesota Governor and Former Vice-Presidential Candidate Tim Walz stated the following: "Today Minnesota lost a great leader, and I lost a friend. A formidable public servant and a fixture of the state Capitol, Melissa Hortman woke up every day determined to make our state a better place. She served the people of Minnesota with grace, compassion, and tirelessness. Minnesota's thoughts are with her loved ones, and my prayers are with Senator John Hoffman and his wife Yvette, who were shot and wounded and are being treated. We are not a country that settles our differences at gunpoint. We have demonstrated again and again in our state that it is possible to peacefully disagree, that our state is strengthened by civil public debate. We must stand united against all forms of violence - and I call on everyone to join me in that commitment. To the responding officers, thank you for your bravery and your swift action. A state Bureau of Criminal Apprehension investigation is underway, and we will spare no resource in bringing those responsible to justice. We will not let fear win."
