CAIR-MN Says Community Must Come Together After ‘Politically Motivated’ Shootings of Minnesota State Lawmakers
(MINNEAPOLIS, MN, 6/14/2025) – The Minnesota chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Minnesota) said the community must come together to support one another after the apparently “politically motivated” shootings of Minnesota lawmakers Melissa Hortman John Hoffman early Saturday morning.
Minnesota State Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband were shot and killed, while Minnesota State Sen. John Hoffman and his wife were shot and wounded. A manhunt is underway for the suspect, who may be impersonating a police officer.
In a statement, CAIR-MN Executive Director Jaylani Hussein said:
“Today is a dark day in our state. The tragic loss of Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, and the wounding of State Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, have left our communities shaken and on edge. We urge everyone to remain vigilant, stay informed through official sources and prioritize safety. In these uncertain moments, we must come together as a community to support one another and uphold peace.”
CAIR’s mission is to protect civil rights, enhance understanding of Islam, promote justice, and empower American Muslims.
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CONTACT: Jaylani Hussein, Executive Director of CAIR-MN, 612-406-0070, jhussein@cair.com
Suleiman Adan, Deputy Director of CAIR-MN, 612-408-7183, sadan@cair.com