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EPISODE · Jun 11, 2026 · 56 MIN

Minnesota Now: Marking one year since the assassination of Rep. Melissa Hortman

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We’re marking one year since the tragic killings of DFL state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark. A look at their legacy and how DFL state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife — who were injured in the attack — are recovering. We'll also talk another lawmaker who was targeted that night, state Rep. Kristin Bahner, on how she’s grappling with safety and running for office.Then, the man who allegedly carried out the attacks pleaded guilty Thursday morning. We’ll have the latest on the case.And we'll talk to two experts studying an uptick in political violence.Plus, the Hortmans’ children share one of their parents’ favorite songs.And we'll meet some puppies who are training to be service dogs in the Hortmans’ honor.

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