DOJ Drops Bombshell: Minnesota Shooter Was Gunning for Four Lawmakers the Night of the Attack
The story surrounding the brutal murder of a Minnesota state lawmaker and her husband just got even more disturbing. According to federal prosecutors, Vance Boelter wasn’t just out for one person—he was allegedly hunting down four lawmakers with full intent to kill.
Acting U.S. Attorney Joe Thompson didn’t hold back during Monday’s press conference:
“Political assassinations are rare. They strike at the very core of our democracy,” Thompson said. “But the details of Boelter’s crime are even worse. They are truly chilling. It is no exaggeration to say that his crimes are the stuff of nightmares.”
Boelter allegedly went door to door, targeting four different state representatives that night. This wasn’t a random act of violence—this was calculated and cold-blooded.
“Boelter stalked his victims like prey,” Thompson added.
Boelter is now being hit with multiple federal charges and remains in custody. Officials say more charges are likely on the way as the case unfolds.
Senator Amy Klobuchar Calls Out Republican Senator Over “Tone-Deaf” Post About Shooting
In the wake of the tragedy, Democratic Senator Amy Klobuchar wasted no time clapping back at what she called an out-of-touch and “not funny” post made by Republican Senator Mike Lee. The Utah senator shared a photo of Boelter and captioned it:
“This is what happens When Marxists don’t get their way.”
Yes, he really said that.
Klobuchar didn’t mince words during her appearance on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe”:
“I have condemned what Mike Lee did here at home, and I will speak to him about this when I return (to Washington), and what I’m going to tell him is, you know, this isn’t funny what happened here,” she said.
And she’s right. Two innocent people lost their lives in what the DOJ is calling a political assassination attempt. That’s not a moment for memes.
Who is Vance Boelter? The Man at the Center of This Tragedy
People who knew Boelter say he was no stranger to strong conservative views. According to one longtime friend, he was “fiercely anti-abortion” but never showed direct hate toward the lawmakers involved.
That narrative didn’t match what unfolded Saturday. Authorities say Boelter went on a rampage with full intention to wipe out elected officials. That’s why prosecutors are moving quickly with federal charges—this ain’t just about murder, it’s about protecting democracy.
Boelter was captured after a widespread manhunt that gripped the state over the weekend. Since then, court documents and public statements have continued to paint a terrifying picture of a man on a deadly mission.
Klobuchar Honors Victim Melissa Hortman: “A True Public Servant to the Core”
As the community continues to process the heartbreak, Sen. Klobuchar reflected on the life and legacy of State Rep. Melissa Hortman.
“She was a good friend,” Klobuchar shared. “A true public servant to the core.”
The emotional tribute resonated across social media, with many Minnesotans mourning the shocking loss of two lives dedicated to public service.