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Melissa Hortman, a former Minnesota House Speaker, her husband Mark, and their dog Gilbert, were honored with a public lying in state at the Minnesota Capitol following their tragic deaths, with thousands paying respects and a private funeral scheduled. The suspect, Vance Boelter, has been charged with their murders amid a large manhunt, and the community mourns her leadership and legacy.
Minnesota State Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark, who were tragically shot and killed earlier this month, received a rare honor by lying in state at the Minnesota Capitol, where mourners paid their respects and remembered her leadership and contributions to the state.
Melissa Hortman, a prominent Minnesota legislator and the first woman to lie in state at the Capitol, was killed in a politically motivated attack. Her public memorial will be held on Friday, allowing the community to pay respects, and her legacy includes major legislative achievements. Her family urges others to continue her dedication to community service.