Story perspectives

Trump Skips Funeral for Lawmaker; Biden Honors Legacy

6/29/2025

47 6

Summary

Story summary

In a poignant moment of loss, President Donald Trump chose not to attend the funeral of Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, victims of a tragic targeted attack. Former President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris honored their memory. The alleged shooter, Vance Boelter, identified as a Trump supporter, adds a complex layer to this heartbreaking story. Melissa Hortman made history as the first woman to lie in state in Minnesota, leaving a lasting legacy.

1 of 1

Story summary

In a poignant moment of loss, President Donald Trump chose not to attend the funeral of Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, victims of a tragic targeted attack. Former President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris honored their memory. The alleged shooter, Vance Boelter, identified as a Trump supporter, adds a complex layer to this heartbreaking story. Melissa Hortman made history as the first woman to lie in state in Minnesota, leaving a lasting legacy.