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Minnesota State Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, were shot and killed early Saturday in what Governor Tim Walz called “an act of targeted political violence.” State Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, were also shot and wounded in a separate but related attack near Minneapolis.
Gunman Impersonated Police Officer
Authorities say the suspect impersonated a police officer, complete with vest, badge, Taser, and police-style vehicle. He opened fire on responding officers at Hortman’s home in Brooklyn Park after earlier shooting the Hoffmans in Champlin. The suspect escaped on foot and remains at large.
Victims Were Named on Suspect’s Target List
Police recovered a list from the suspect’s vehicle that included Hortman, Hoffman, and dozens of other Minnesota Democrats, such as Gov. Walz, U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar, U.S. Sen. Tina Smith, and Attorney General Keith Ellison. Sources say the shooter may have been driven by extreme anti-abortion views.
Tributes Pour In for Melissa Hortman
Governor Walz described Hortman as “a formidable public servant” and said, “She is irreplaceable.” Hortman had served as Minnesota House Speaker and most recently as DFL leader. Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin, a longtime friend, called her “the very best Speaker of the House that Minnesota has ever had.”
Sen. Hoffman and Wife Recovering After Surgery
Governor Walz said both Hoffman and his wife are recovering from surgery and that “we’re cautiously optimistic they will survive this assassination attempt.”
Increased Security and Shelter-in-Place Orders
Security has been increased for those named on the suspect’s list. Brooklyn Park remains under a shelter-in-place order, and residents have been urged not to open their doors to a lone officer without verifying through 911. Licensed officers are now patrolling in pairs.
National Reaction and Warnings
President Donald Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson condemned the violence. Walz urged the public to avoid political rallies until the suspect is caught, warning, “This threat remains active.”
Family Members Mourn Loss
Hortman’s sister-in-law told ABC News, “We loved them dearly. I hope they catch him and they get justice… It’s devastating.”
This is a developing story. Keep up with more updates with us on Que Onda Magazine.