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Minnesota Mourns House Speaker's Tragic Loss, Suspect Arrested

6/25/2025

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Minnesota mourns the tragic loss of House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman, her husband Mark, and their beloved dog Gilbert, who were senselessly killed by Vance Boelter. After a dramatic manhunt, Boelter has been arrested and charged with murder. A public viewing will honor Hortman's legacy of justice, followed by a private funeral on Saturday.

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Minnesota mourns the tragic loss of House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman, her husband Mark, and their beloved dog Gilbert, who were senselessly killed by Vance Boelter. After a dramatic manhunt, Boelter has been arrested and charged with murder. A public viewing will honor Hortman's legacy of justice, followed by a private funeral on Saturday.