2 Minnesota lawmakers in grave condition after apparent ‘targeted’ shootings
Two Minnesota state lawmakers were shot in apparent “targeted” incidents on Saturday that left them in grave condition, officials said, and a manhunt is now underway for the gunman.
A source familiar with the matter tells ABC News that the victims are state Sen. John Hoffman and state Rep. Melissa Hortman.
Both were shot at their homes and authorities believe the shooter was impersonating law enforcement, the source said.
Minnesota State Representative Melissa Hortman and Minnesota State Senator John Hoffman are shown in these undated file photos.
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The two shooting locations were about 8 miles away from each other in Champlin and Brooklyn Park, just north of Minneapolis.
Both Hoffman and Hortman are Democrats. Hortman is the former Speaker of the Minnesota House of Representatives.
The FBI is helping with the manhunt, two sources familiar with the matter told ABC News.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is also on the scene. Walz said he’s activated the State Emergency Operations Center.
Two Minnesota state lawmakers were shot in apparent “targeted” incidents, officials said.
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Two Minnesota state lawmakers were shot in apparent “targeted” incidents, officials said.
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Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin, formerly the Minnesota Democratic party chair, said he’s friends with both Hoffman and Hortman.
Martin wrote on social media that he’s “completely heartbroken” and “praying hard for both families.”
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.
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