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Minnesota Ends Free Healthcare Amid Controversial Assassination

6/19/2025

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Minnesota has taken a controversial step by ending free healthcare for illegal immigrants, a move that follows the tragic assassination of House Democrat leader Melissa Hortman, the bill's sole supporter. Hortman had voiced worries about the impact on vulnerable communities. Meanwhile, the suspect, Vance Boelter, reportedly had a list of lawmakers he intended to target.

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Story summary

Minnesota has taken a controversial step by ending free healthcare for illegal immigrants, a move that follows the tragic assassination of House Democrat leader Melissa Hortman, the bill's sole supporter. Hortman had voiced worries about the impact on vulnerable communities. Meanwhile, the suspect, Vance Boelter, reportedly had a list of lawmakers he intended to target.