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Minnesota man pleads guilty to murder of lawmaker and husband

A Minnesota man has pleaded guilty to murdering a state lawmaker and her husband while impersonating a police officer. The incident, which occurred during nighttime visits to lawmakers' homes, also resulted in injuries to another lawmaker and his spouse. The plea deal was intended to prevent the death penalty from being pursued by federal prosecutors.

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A Minnesota man has pleaded guilty to murdering a state lawmaker and her husband while impersonating a police officer. The incident, which occurred during nighttime visits to lawmakers' homes, also resulted in injuries to another lawmaker and his spouse. The plea deal was intended to prevent the death penalty from being pursued by federal prosecutors.

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Man pleads guilty to killing a Minnesota lawmaker and her husband while posing as an officer

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Minnesota man pleads guilty to murder of lawmaker and husband