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A Year Later, Lies About Melissa Hortman’s Murder Continue to Spread

False allegations tying Gov. Tim Walz to the killings have persisted despite no evidence and law enforcement rejection, drawing millions of views online.

Summary by Hastings Tribune
MINNEAPOLIS — Just hours after Vance Boelter pleaded guilty to killing former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, a conservative social media account with nearly 5 million followers suggested Gov. Tim Walz should be investigated.

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A year later, lies about Melissa Hortman’s murder continue to spread

MINNEAPOLIS — Just hours after Vance Boelter pleaded guilty to killing former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, a conservative social media account with nearly 5 million followers suggested Gov. Tim Walz should be investigated.

·Nebraska, United States
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Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and husband honored 1 year after their murders

It's been a year since a gunman murdered Minnesota state Sen. Melissa Hortman, which is reflected on by another state senator who was also targeted.

·Washington, United States
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