Hortmans to Lie in State; Public Memorial Set
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Former Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, were assassinated on June 14th. Their alleged killer, Vance Boelter, faces murder charges. A public memorial service will be held Friday, June 23rd, at the Minnesota State Capitol Rotunda from 12-5 p.m., with the Hortmans and their dog lying in state. A private memorial will follow on Saturday. This marks the first time a couple and the first woman exclusively serving in the Minnesota House will receive this honor.
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