Suspect in Minnesota political killings expected to plead guilty, court filings show
Summary
Vance Boelter, accused of killing Minnesota state Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband, is expected to plead guilty. The Justice Department has decided not to seek the death penalty in this case.Key Facts
- Vance Boelter is charged with killing Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman.
- The killings occurred in Saint Paul, Minnesota, in June 2025.
- Boelter is expected to enter a guilty plea on Thursday.
- The Justice Department agreed not to ask for the death penalty.
- The Minnesota State Capitol opened for the public to pay respects to the victims.
- The case is ongoing and updates may follow.
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