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Senator Shot Nine Times Amid Community Tragedy

7/10/2025

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Minnesota State Sen. John Hoffman is now in a rehabilitation facility, recovering from a harrowing attack where he was shot nine times on June 14. The tragedy deepened with the loss of former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, leaving a community in shock. Investigations continue into the motives behind this chilling act of violence.

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Story summary

Minnesota State Sen. John Hoffman is now in a rehabilitation facility, recovering from a harrowing attack where he was shot nine times on June 14. The tragedy deepened with the loss of former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, leaving a community in shock. Investigations continue into the motives behind this chilling act of violence.