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Emmer Calls to Repeal 'Trans Refuge' Law After Shooting

8/30/2025

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House Majority Whip Tom Emmer urged Minnesota to repeal its “trans refuge” law, citing mental health concerns after a school shooting.
Emmer criticized Governor Tim Walz for backing the law, which he claims permits minors to transition without parental consent.
Shooter Robin Westman expressed regret about his transition in a manifesto prior to the attack, resulting in two fatalities and 17 injuries.
Emmer advocated for an FBI investigation into the shooting as a possible anti-Catholic hate crime.

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House Majority Whip Tom Emmer urged Minnesota to repeal its “trans refuge” law, citing mental health concerns after a school shooting.
Emmer criticized Governor Tim Walz for backing the law, which he claims permits minors to transition without parental consent.
Shooter Robin Westman expressed regret about his transition in a manifesto prior to the attack, resulting in two fatalities and 17 injuries.
Emmer advocated for an FBI investigation into the shooting as a possible anti-Catholic hate crime.