Minn. State Rep. Killed, Senator Shot In Alleged ‘Targeted' Attack
In what has been characterized by officials as a 'politically motivated assassination,' Minnesota State Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband were shot and killed in their home while State Sen. John Hoffman and his wife were also shot and remain in surgery.
The chief suspect may have impersonated a law enforcement officer in the attacks on the two ... More Democratic lawmakers.
A police alert warned that the 'suspect is armed and dangerous and may be impersonating law enforcement,' according to the Minnesota Star-Tribune.
Deputy FBI director Dan Bongino posted on X that the bureau 'is working in collaboration with our local and state partners.'
This is a developing news story—check back for updates.
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