Hundreds gathered at the Minnesota capitol on Wednesday night for a candlelight vigil honoring state Democratic representative Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, who were killed in a 'political assassination' on Saturday night. Governor Tim Walz and the couple's son, Colin Hortman, attended the vigil, which is the first of several planned before their funeral. The suspected killer, Vance Boelter, also faces charges for shooting state senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette.
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Hundreds gathered at the Minnesota capitol on Wednesday night for a candlelight vigil honoring state Democratic representative Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, who were killed in a 'political assassination' on Saturday night. Governor Tim Walz and the couple's son, Colin Hortman, attended the vigil, which is the first of several planned before their funeral. The suspected killer, Vance Boelter, also faces charges for shooting state senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette.
Trending- 1 Saturday night (June 14, 2025): Melissa and Mark Hortman killed at their home; John and Yvette Hoffman shot at their home in Champlin.
- 2 Wednesday night (June 18, 2025): Hundreds gather at Minnesota capitol for candlelight vigil honoring the Hortmans.
- Loss of life (Melissa and Mark Hortman)
- Injuries (John and Yvette Hoffman)
- Arrest and charges for Vance Boelter
- Community mourning and vigils
- Political impact and discussion
What: Hundreds attended a candlelight vigil at the Minnesota capitol to honor state Democratic representative Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, who were killed in a 'political assassination'.
When: Wednesday night (June 18, 2025); killings occurred Saturday night (June 14, 2025).
Where: Minnesota State Capitol, Champlin.
Why: To mourn and pay tribute to Melissa and Mark Hortman, who were victims of a 'political assassination', and to support their family and community.
How: A candlelight vigil was organized, featuring music, singing, and a memorial where mourners placed flowers and notes. Governor Tim Walz and the Hortmans' son, Colin, were present.