Fact Check: "The FBI reported that Vance Boelter visited the homes of two other Minnesota lawmakers on the night he killed Rep. Melissa Hortman and wounded Sen. John Hoffman."
What We Know
On June 14, 2025, Vance Boelter was involved in a violent incident that resulted in the deaths of Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, as well as the wounding of State Senator John Hoffman and his wife. According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, Boelter had a calculated plan to target elected officials. He was disguised as a police officer and drove a vehicle equipped with police-style lights. After attacking the Hoffmans, he was reported to have traveled to the homes of at least four other Minnesota lawmakers, although he did not make contact with them (NPR, Reuters).
Analysis
The claim that Boelter visited the homes of two other lawmakers is partially true. Reports confirm that he did travel to the homes of multiple lawmakers with the intent to harm, but he did not successfully make contact with any of them (CBS News, ABC News). The FBI and other law enforcement agencies have indicated that Boelter's actions were part of a broader plan to instill fear among elected officials, which included a "hit list" of 45 individuals (NPR).
The reliability of the sources reporting this information is generally high. The U.S. Attorney's Office and NPR are credible outlets that provide detailed accounts based on official statements and court documents. However, as with any developing story, there is a potential for updates or corrections as more information becomes available.
Conclusion
The statement that Vance Boelter visited the homes of two other Minnesota lawmakers is partially true. While he did travel to the residences of multiple lawmakers, he did not make contact with them, which is a critical detail that affects the overall context of the claim. Therefore, while the core of the claim is accurate, the lack of contact alters its implications.
