MANHUNT UNDERWAY: Disguised as a Cop, Gunman Kills Minnesota State Senator in Apparent Political Attack

One Minnesota lawmaker and her husband are dead and a senator and his wife are injured as authorities search for the shooter in what officials are calling “targeted” attacks on political figures and their families.

Former House Speaker Melissa Hortman, 55, was first elected to the House of Representatives in 2004 and had been serving her 11th term as a member of the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party. She acted as minority leader from 2017 to 2019, and as speaker of the House from 2019 to 2025.

She previously worked for senators Al Gore and John Kerry before enrolling in law school and eventually starting her own practice.

Hortman and husband Mark, who was also killed in the attack, are survived by two adult children.

Hortman made headlines earlier this week for being the only House Democrat voting to repeal taxpayer-funded healthcare coverage for adult illegal immigrants.

Hortman reportedly voted against the bill to move the budget through the state’s split legislature.

Sen. John Hoffman, 60, and wife Yvette were also shot Saturday but are expected to survive.

Hoffman was elected to the Minnesota Senate in 2012 and is serving his fourth term as a member of the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party. Prior to taking office, Hoffman served as vice chair of the Anoka-Hennepin School Board.

He serves as the chair of the Human Services Committee and holds a seat on the Energy, Utilities, Environment and Climate Committee, along with the Environment, Climate and Legacy Committee and the Health and Human Services Committee.

Hoffman and his wife have one child.

Vance Luther Boelter, 57, is being sought for his alleged connection with the attack, according to authorities.

During a press conference, officials shared a photo of Boelter wearing a tan cowboy hat at a Minneapolis business shortly after the shootings on Saturday morning. An additional photo released by authorities shows the masked suspect wearing police-like tactical gear and carrying a flashlight.

Boelter is reportedly the CEO of Red Lion Group, based in the Democratic Republic of Congo, according to his LinkedIn page. He is also listed as the director of Praetorian Guard Security Services, a security firm his wife reportedly filed to create, according to the company’s website.

 

Israeli Woman Combat Navigator Reflects on Historic Airstrikes Against Iran

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The religious guys don’t want to serve so the women are stepping up. The Frum young men want to be financially supported by women and now they have to be protected by the enemies of Israel by women. Is this thinking totally against the thinking of the Bubbas and Zeides or what?!?!

 Lieutenant Colonel Sh., a female combat navigator who took part in the recent wave of Israeli Air Force strikes on Iran, shared her feelings from the cockpit: “I felt the weight of responsibility — to eliminate a real and existential threat to the State of Israel. We are doing this for the peace of tomorrow, for our home. This is our mission.”

She described the operation as a historic moment, the result of years of focused training. “When I flew 1,500 kilometers from home for the mission, I knew I was part of something much bigger. I thought about my family and my home.”

Lt. Col. Sh. also emphasized the flawless coordination between all teams involved. “In the moment, everything worked in perfect synchronization — ground and air crews operated as one. Behind every cockpit in the air are hundreds of people on the ground. This is an incredible joint success,” she said.

“This is a complex and powerful operation designed to ensure that our children will have a better and safer future.”

Piers Morgan Stuns Followers by Backing Israeli Strike on Iran

In a surprising reversal, British broadcaster Piers Morgan voiced support for Israel’s recent military strike on Iran, despite months of harsh criticism toward Israel’s conduct in Gaza since the October 7 Hamas massacre.

Posting to his X (formerly Twitter) account, where he commands an audience of nearly 9 million followers, Morgan wrote:

“I’ve been increasingly critical of Israel’s war strategy in Gaza, but given the IAEA report exposing Iran’s imminent nuclear threat, and the Iran regime’s stated intent to wipe out Israel + support for Hamas/Houthi/Hezbollah terrorism, Israel’s preemptive strike seems justified.”

The post, which quickly reached 2.7 million views, marked a dramatic departure from Morgan’s previous tone, which many pro-Israel voices viewed as one-sided or overly sympathetic to Hamas narratives. His popular talk show has faced criticism in recent months for giving airtime to anti-Israel and, in some cases, openly antisemitic guests without adequate pushback.

Morgan’s statement referenced a new International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) report revealing that Iran is rapidly approaching weapons-grade uranium enrichment capabilities. Israeli officials have long viewed this development as an existential threat.

Morgan, who has become one of Britain’s most prominent media figures, had been among the most vocal Western critics of Israel’s operations in Gaza. His endorsement of Israel’s strategic military decision now aligns him—at least temporarily—with voices in Jerusalem and Washington that view Iran’s nuclear progress as a red line.

One senior Israeli official, speaking anonymously, responded: “When someone like Piers Morgan, who’s spent months attacking our every move, acknowledges the legitimacy of this strike, it shows how serious the Iranian threat has become.”

The Israeli strike targeted several high-value Iranian nuclear and military facilities, including sites tied to the SPND and Iran’s underground enrichment infrastructure. Iran has promised a response, and fears of a broader regional war remain high.

While it’s unclear whether Morgan’s change in tone represents a deeper reevaluation of his stance on Israel, the post has been widely circulated by pro-Israel groups and media as a rare sign of support from a typically combative voice.

For now, Morgan’s comment stands out not only for its content—but for who said it, and how many were listening.

Will Iran may back down after Israel’s devastating attack

 

In every war, after the first bullet flies, the first question asked is “How does this end?” Anyone who confidently answers is either Nostradamus or nuts.

That said, here is what we do know about what might come next:

Fear-mongering to the contrary, it’s difficult to see this growing into a wider war. Too many rungs are missing on the escalation ladder.

US appeasement of Iran made Rising Lion inevitable — but Israel’s strikes may transform the Middle East

 

Make no mistake: Operation Rising Lion is the inevitable culmination of recent history since at least President Barack Obama eroded all traditional US alliances in the Middle East in favor of a dangerous fantasy that a lasting partnership with the Iranian terror regime was possible.

Obama’s betrayal began years of appeasement of Tehran, interrupted by the first Trump term but then exacerbated in the Biden years — appeasement that actually funded the regime’s growing network of terror proxies.

All the while, Iran doggedly moved ever closer to nuclear-weapons capabilities.

The mullahs doubtless ordered up Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, assault on Israel not only to stop Saudi Arabia from recognizing the state of Israel but also to provide a distraction and cover for the final sprint.

As of Thursday, Tehran had answered the International Atomic Energy Agency’s censure over its nuclear violations (the loudest IAEA alarm bell in 20 years) by announcing the activation of a new, secret third nuclear-enrichment facility — even as it kept up the stall by embracing continued negotiations with US envoys.

That’s when the Israelis moved decisively to lance the festering boil before it was too late.

Any prime minister of Israel, not only Benjamin Netanyahu, would have chosen to do the same at one minute to nuclear midnight.

For Israelis, this is existential.

The Islamic Republic’s ambitions are wholly evil and Tehran’s never been shy in proclaiming it. 

It’s far too early for any safe bets on how this plays out. 

But clearly, with Iran showing no serious intention to strike a deal with Trump as the clock ticked ever closer to a nuclear Iran, Israel felt it had to act now.

Let us point out: Contra the ahistorical, twisted, click baiting fearmongers on the right, Iran hasn’t dared order attacks on US forces in the region, nor is Washington being magically “drawn into Israel’s war.”

Rather, Israel is doing the world-policeman work — “excellent” work, as President Donald Trump acknowledged Friday.

If the Iranian regime is defanged enough, it not only retreats as a global nuclear threat but also becomes vulnerable to revolt at home and crippled in projecting power abroad.

That would allow for a further flowering of the Abraham Accords, joining Israel with key Arab nations and a full-on retreat of radicalism across the region — and, yes, perhaps a new golden age.

Caitlyn Jenner stuck in Tel Aviv amid airstrikes between Israel and Iran

Caitlyn Jenner is trapped in Tel Aviv, Israel, as the country’s conflict with Iran continues to escalate. A ‘quiet’ night in Tel Aviv,” the former Olympian, 76, captioned via Instagram Friday a picture of missiles. “There is not a place I’d rather be, than with the brave people of Israel. God, please continue to shield and protect us.”

Jenner, who came out as transgender in 2015, traveled to Israel to host the Tel Aviv Pride Parade. However, according to local outlets, the LGBTQIA+ event was canceled because of all the turmoil. Jenner is still in Israel, though, as flights have been cleared from nearby airspaces and Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport remains closed until further notice.

Jenner sat down for an interview with Channel 12 News in Israel recently, and shared that her daughter Kylie Jenner expressed concerns about her going to the Middle East.

“Kylie goes, ‘Oh my gosh, you’re going to Israel! Are you OK?’ and I said, ‘Don’t worry, I’ll be well taken care of,” the “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” alum shared.

“Every time I have talked to somebody about Israel and that they have the second biggest Pride event in the world, everybody is always just, like, shocked.”

Ahead of her journey, Caitlyn shared her excitement for the trip by posting a selfie and accompanying video of her take-off from her airplane.

“What a special place. I’m here to stand with those who believe in hope, not hate. 🤝 ,” she captioned the post on Wednesday.

However, just two days later, Israel launched large-scale airstrikes against Iran on Friday in an attempt to destroy its nuclear program and kill its military leaders.

Iran has since retaliated, causing “significant damage” to Israel Defense Forces’ headquarters.

As of Saturday morning, two Iranian generals and three Israeli people have reportedly died due to the ongoing conflict, and at least 43 others have been treated for injuries.

 

Iran - Israel War Updates!

  

New IRGC Commander Mohammad Pakpour warns:

 “The gates of hell will open on the Zionist enemy.”

🟢 IDF begins mass reserve call-up as part of Operation “Im KeLavi.”

🟢 Iraq files official complaint to the UN over Israeli airspace violations.

🟢 Netanyahu confirms he set the Iran strike for late April, but it was delayed.

🟢 Trump to NY Post: “I always knew the strike date. I know everything.”

🟢 Iranian government spokeswoman accuses Israel of bombing civilian zones.

🟢 IAEA to hold emergency meeting Monday after Iran’s request.

🟢 IAF Commander: “Every launcher hit in Iran saves Israeli lives.”

🟢 Israel’s NSC head Tzachi Hanegbi: “This is only the beginning—there will be casualties.”

🟢 Hanegbi adds: “Airstrikes can’t eliminate the nuclear program. We aim to force Iran to stop.”

🟢 Danny Danon at the UN defends the strike and blasts the UN chief’s silence.

🟢 Senior IDF officers meet to coordinate defense and strike plans across fronts.

🟢 Saudi source: U.S. warned Iraq of direct strikes if militias attack American assets.

🟢 IDF Chief of Staff: “We’re going full speed. Harder days are ahead.”

🟢 Trump tells NYT: “Iran better hurry—my friend Bibi is crazy. Waiting for your call.”

🟢 Khamenei’s televised speech: “The Zionist regime will pay for this crime.”

🟢 Trump meets U.S. National Security Council on Israel-Iran war.

🟢 IDF Spokesman: “We eliminated Iran’s top military brass in the first wave.”

🟢 Israeli warplanes struck the Isfahan nuclear site, targeting uranium reconversion.

IDF eliminates nine senior Iranian nuclear scientists

 

The IDF has released the names of nine Iranian nuclear scientists who were killed in the initial wave of Israeli strikes targeting Iran’s nuclear program early Friday morning. These individuals, the military says, were instrumental in advancing Iran’s pursuit of a nuclear weapon.

Among those eliminated were:

• Fereydoon Abbasi – nuclear engineering

• Mohammad Mehdi Tehranchi – physics

• Akbar Motalebi Zadeh – chemical engineering

• Saeed Barji – materials engineering

• Amir Hassan Fakhahi – physics

• Abd al-Hamid Minoushehr – reactor physics

• Mansour Asgari – physics

• Ahmad Reza Zolfaghari Daryani – nuclear engineering

• Ali Bakhouei Katirimi – mechanical engineering

The IDF described them as key figures in Iran’s nuclear development efforts, with many considered direct successors to Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, the Iranian nuclear scientist assassinated in 2020, widely attributed to Israeli intelligence.

According to the military, these scientists were killed in coordinated precision strikes across Tehran, launched in tandem with attacks that also took out several high-ranking military leaders.

The IDF said the operation was the result of a long-term classified initiative involving a dedicated team of intelligence analysts who, over years, secretly tracked and mapped the scientists’ movements and roles. The project gained momentum in the past year and was part of a broader, compartmentalized military strategy targeting Iran’s nuclear capabilities.

Three killed, dozens injured after Iran launches 200 missiles at Israel

 

Three people were killed by missiles launched from Iran toward Israel since Friday night. On Saturday morning, a man and woman were pronounced dead after a missile struck a residential neighborhood in a central Israeli city.

Severe damage was caused to buildings and vehicles in the area. Twenty-seven others were injured and evacuated to nearby hospitals for treatment.

The mayor of the affected city told Kan Reshet Bet: "These are the most horrifying scenes I’ve ever seen. You have to see what’s happening here to understand why it’s so important to remain in protected spaces."

On Friday night, a 60-year-old woman was killed and 62 others injured when missiles fired from Iran struck multiple locations across the Gush Dan region. Among the wounded was a 65-year-old man in serious condition. The injured were transported to hospitals suffering from moderate to light wounds, as well as shock.

The missiles were aimed at both civilian and military targets. The Iranian Revolutionary Guards claimed responsibility for strikes on dozens of sites in Israel. Prime Minister Netanyahu is expected to hold a security assessment Saturday night with top defense officials and several ministers.

Israel Fooled the World: Military Strike on Iran Masked by Deception Campaign

 

In a stunning demonstration of strategic cunning, Israel’s overnight strike on Iran was executed under the cloak of what analysts are calling the most complex and effective deception operation in the country’s modern history. The operation—now dubbed Rising Lion—succeeded in catching Tehran completely off guard, targeting nuclear facilities, senior military command, and missile bases deep within Iran’s territory.