President Donald Trump has not directly contacted Minnesota Governor Tim Walz following the politically motivated assassinations of Democratic state lawmakers. In an interview with ABC News, Trump condemned the violence but criticized Walz’s leadership, labeling him “grossly incompetent.” The attack claimed the lives of Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman, her husband, and State Senator John Hoffman and his wife, sending shockwaves through the state. The suspect, 57-year-old Vance Boelter, was captured after a two-day manhunt involving multiple levels of law enforcement. Attorney General Pam Bondi confirmed that the Department of Justice and FBI are actively investigating the incident.

The killings, linked to “No Kings” demonstrations opposing federal immigration enforcement, have intensified political tension in Minnesota. Boelter was found with protest signs associated with anti-authoritarian sentiment. Public figures like former NFL player Jack Brewer blamed the violence on what they see as a breakdown in state leadership, calling Minnesota “the capital of chaos.” While federal and local responses have been swift, questions about security, political division, and the role of extremism continue to dominate discourse. As the investigation progresses, the tragedy has further polarized views on governance, law enforcement, and the broader political climate.