US EditionSen. Jeff Merkley Blames Trump for MN Lawmaker Shootings
- Senator Jeff Merkley blamed President Donald Trump on Monday for promoting the violent environment behind the politically motivated shootings of Minnesota Democratic lawmakers.
- The shootings occurred amid an increase in harassment methods targeting lawmakers, including "pizza threats"—unsolicited food deliveries meant to intimidate—reflecting a wider surge in political violence across the country.
- The 57-year-old suspect, Vance Boelter from Green Isle, Minnesota, was apprehended on Sunday night following a manhunt, while victims including State Sen. John Hoffman and his wife are currently recovering after surgery.
- Merkley expressed on CNN that Trump has significantly intensified hostile and violent rhetoric, creating a deeply troubling atmosphere for everyone.
- The shootings intensified calls for political unity and enhanced security for lawmakers, while politicians across the spectrum condemned political violence as unacceptable and a national crisis.
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Montana lawmakers decry political violence following targeted shootings of MN Democrats
“We’re all Americans, and we need to find ways to debate our ideas ... in a way that doesn’t bring up that kind of hate," Congressman Troy Downing said.
Democratic leaders accuse Trump of legitimizing political violence that led to Minnesota shootings
Democrats linked President Trump to political violence in the wake of shootings that targeted Minnesota state lawmakers, killing one elected official and injuring another.
INSANE: Democrat Senator Blames President Trump For Shooting Of Minnesota State Lawmakers * 100PercentFedUp.com * by Danielle
A shocking accusation from Senator Jeff Merkley links President Trump to a violent attack on Minnesota lawmakers. Dive into the details of this disturbing incident and the broader implications of political rhetoric in today's climate.
CNN Anchor Says Nothing As Dem Senator Blames Trump For Minnesota Assassinations
Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) blamed President Donald Trump for the shootings that took place in Minnesota, apparently targeting Democratic lawmakers in politically motivated attacks — and CNN anchor John Berman gave him no pushback.Merkley joined Berman on Monday morning, just hours after it was announced that the suspect in the case had been apprehended, and he immediately pivoted to attack Trump when asked about the political climate in the cou…
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