The Brief
- The man suspected of shooting two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses last month made his third appearance in St. Paul federal court on Thursday.
- Boelter told the judge he’s “looking forward” to court, and for the truth and facts of June 14 to come out.
- Boelter will remain in federal custody. His next court date has not yet been set.
ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) – The man suspected of shooting two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses last month made his third appearance in St. Paul federal court on Thursday.
Lawmaker shootings
What we know:
Vance Boelter is accused of fatally shooting Rep. Melissa Hortman, her husband Mark and their dog Gilbert at their Brooklyn Park home on the morning of June 14. He’s also accused of shooting lawmaker John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, at their Champlin home. They are still recovering from the incident.
Boelter’s 3rd court appearance
Why you should care:
Boelter was wearing a standard yellow jail outfit on Thursday. Last week, he was wearing a green vest known for suicide prevention. …