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Man sentenced to life for the murder of Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman

A man received a sentence of two life terms plus 40 years for the murder of Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman. The sentencing occurred on July 23, 2026, following his guilty plea, with Hortman's family and friends highlighting the ongoing impact of the crime on their lives.

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A man received a sentence of two life terms plus 40 years for the murder of Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman. The sentencing occurred on July 23, 2026, following his guilty plea, with Hortman's family and friends highlighting the ongoing impact of the crime on their lives.

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Man who killed Minnesota lawmaker sentenced to life as her family describes trauma, loss

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Man sentenced to life for the murder of Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman