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Vance Boelter to be sentenced in late July
By Emily Baude at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
Vance Boelter, the man who killed a lawmaker and her husband and injured another lawmaker and his spouse, is set to be sentenced next month.
On Wednesday, a federal judge set Boelter’s sentencing for July 23 in Minneapolis .
Boelter pleaded guilty to the murders of Melissa and Mark Hortman a...
Key takeaway On Wednesday, a federal judge set Boelter’s sentencing for July 23 in Minneapolis.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The sentencing of Vance Boelter on July 23 will bring a measure of closure to the Minneapolis community, which was shaken by the violent attacks on local lawmakers and their families. The fact that Boelter's plea deal includes two consecutive life sentences plus 40 years in federal prison suggests that the justice system is taking a firm stance on violent crimes against public figures. As the community looks ahead to the sentencing, it will be worth watching how the court's decision is received by the families of the victims and the broader public. The removal of the death penalty from consideration as part of the plea deal may also spark discussion about the use of capital punishment in similar cases. With the sentencing set to take place in Minneapolis, the city will be focused on ensuring that the proceedings are carried out smoothly and safely.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
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What is this story about? Vance Boelter, the man who killed a lawmaker and her husband and injured another lawmaker and his spouse, is set to be sentenced next month.
On Wednesday, a federal judge set Boelter’s sentencing for July 23 in Minneapolis.
Boelter pleaded guilty to the murders of Melissa and Mark Hortman a...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 24, 2026 by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) and curated for The Minneapolis readers.
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