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A deranged gunman went on a killing spree targeting Minnesota lawmakers in their homes. Vance Boelter shot and killed state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark in cold blood. He also wounded Sen. John Hoffman and his wife Yvette with multiple gunshots.
This was not some random crime but a planned political assassination. Boelter dressed up like a police officer and wore a fake mask to trick families into opening their doors. He had a hit list of 45 elected officials in his car, showing this monster planned to kill many more innocent people.
The attack happened in the early morning hours when families were sleeping safely in their homes. Boelter knocked on doors claiming to be a cop, then opened fire when people let him in. These brave families tried to protect each other, with parents pushing their daughter out of harm’s way.
Law enforcement acted quickly to stop this madman before he could hurt more families. Police confronted him at one home and likely prevented even more bloodshed. They caught Boelter the next day after a manhunt, bringing this killer to justice.
Now Boelter faces federal murder charges and could get the death penalty. He pleaded not guilty in court, but the evidence against him is overwhelming. Prosecutors call this a complex case that might drag on until 2026.
This attack shows how dangerous political violence has become in America. No family should fear for their lives because of their public service. These were good people serving their communities who became targets of a sick individual.
The surviving senator spoke with courage about not letting evil win. He wants to keep serving the people despite this trauma. That is the American spirit that terrorists like Boelter can never defeat.
Justice must be swift and severe for this killer who terrorized Minnesota families. The death penalty should be on the table for anyone who commits political assassinations. We cannot let violent extremists think they can get away with murdering public servants.
