Minnesota state Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette Hoffman, recounted the terrifying morning of almost a week ago when a man wearing a silicone mask who knocked at their door and presented himself as a police officer repeatedly shot them. In a statement issued Thursday night and shared with CNN affiliate KARE, the couple publicly recounts for the first time the targeted shooting in their Champlin, Minnesota, residence that left them both critically wounded.&nbsp;The night before the shooting, the Hoffmans returned home from a dinner party given by the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party and went to bed, the statement said. But they were awakened about 2 am by someone banging on the front door and shouting, asking to come in and identifying himself a police officer, the family said.&nbsp;As the door was opened, the couple and their daughter, Hope, were standing in the doorway. When the gunman aimed a gun straight at John Hoffman, the senator lunged at the gunman, and was shot nine times, the statement said. That's when Hope Hoffman ran to close the door and lock it. She then dialed 911 and informed the operator that the senator had been shot inside his residence, which marked "the notice to public safety officials that a politically-motivated act was potentially underway," the family said.&nbsp;Prosecutors allege suspected shooter Vance Boelter made at least four visits to the residences of Minnesota legislators, trying to kill the Hoffmans and killing state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman.&nbsp;Following the attack, both John and Yvette Hoffman were operated on, officials said. John Hoffman 'is in critical but stable condition; Yvette Hoffman is in stable condition, as well," the family release said.&nbsp;Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz told journalists at a function he had anticipated Yvette Hoffman's release from hospital that day. There is no one with the name Yvette currently at Mercy Hospital, where she had been admitted following the shooting, an Allina Health spokesperson was quoted saying to CNN.&nbsp;“As John fell, Yvette reached out to push the man and shut the door,” and “she was also hit eight times by gunfire,” the statement said. &nbsp;Earlier this week, Yvette Hoffman informed US Sen. Amy Klobuchar in a text message that she and her husband were "incredibly lucky to be alive," Klobuchar posted on her social media. Yvette said at the time her husband had endured “many surgeries” and is “closer every hour to being out of the woods.”&nbsp;The Hoffman family said in their release they are greatly appreciative "for the first responders and for all those in law enforcement who worked so swiftly, professionally and selflessly to protect others and to arrest the shooter, beginning with our very own officers in Champlin and Brooklyn Park."&nbsp;They added that they are ‘heartbroken’ by the killing of Melissa and Mark Hortman. Hope Hoffman went to school with their daughter, Sophie Hortman. “We know that they – along with Colin Hortman - will have each other’s support as we all work through the devastating consequences of that horrific night,” John and Yvette Hoffman said.

Incredibly lucky to be alive Minnesota Senator his wife share harrowing ordeal of near fatal shooting

Minnesota state Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette Hoffman, recounted the terrifying morning of almost a week ago when a man wearing a silicone mask who knocked at their door and presented himself as a police officer repeatedly shot them. In a statement issued Thursday night and shared with CNN affiliate KARE, the couple publicly recounts for the first time the targeted shooting in their Champlin, Minnesota, residence that left them both critically wounded. The night before the shooting, the Hoffmans returned home from a dinner party given by the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party and went to bed, the statement said. But they were awakened about 2 am by someone banging on the front door and shouting, asking to come in and identifying himself a police officer, the family said. As the door was opened, the couple and their daughter, Hope, were standing in the doorway. When the gunman aimed a gun straight at John Hoffman, the senator lunged at the gunman, and was shot nine times, the statement said. That's when Hope Hoffman ran to close the door and lock it. She then dialed 911 and informed the operator that the senator had been shot inside his residence, which marked "the notice to public safety officials that a politically-motivated act was potentially underway," the family said. Prosecutors allege suspected shooter Vance Boelter made at least four visits to the residences of Minnesota legislators, trying to kill the Hoffmans and killing state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman. Following the attack, both John and Yvette Hoffman were operated on, officials said. John Hoffman 'is in critical but stable condition; Yvette Hoffman is in stable condition, as well," the family release said. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz told journalists at a function he had anticipated Yvette Hoffman's release from hospital that day. There is no one with the name Yvette currently at Mercy Hospital, where she had been admitted following the shooting, an Allina Health spokesperson was quoted saying to CNN. “As John fell, Yvette reached out to push the man and shut the door,” and “she was also hit eight times by gunfire,” the statement said. Earlier this week, Yvette Hoffman informed US Sen. Amy Klobuchar in a text message that she and her husband were "incredibly lucky to be alive," Klobuchar posted on her social media. Yvette said at the time her husband had endured “many surgeries” and is “closer every hour to being out of the woods.” The Hoffman family said in their release they are greatly appreciative "for the first responders and for all those in law enforcement who worked so swiftly, professionally and selflessly to protect others and to arrest the shooter, beginning with our very own officers in Champlin and Brooklyn Park." They added that they are ‘heartbroken’ by the killing of Melissa and Mark Hortman. Hope Hoffman went to school with their daughter, Sophie Hortman. “We know that they – along with Colin Hortman - will have each other’s support as we all work through the devastating consequences of that horrific night,” John and Yvette Hoffman said.

The night before the shooting, the Hoffmans had returned home from a dinner hosted by the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party

'Incredibly lucky to be alive”: Minnesota Senator, his wife share harrowing ordeal of near-fatal shooting

Authorities in Minnesota have revealed that the man suspected of fatally shooting a Democratic lawmaker and her husband had a list of additional potential targets.According to police, the handwritten list included Governor Tim Walz, Representative Ilhan Omar, Senator Tina Smith, and Attorney General Keith Ellison.The discovery was made after police searched the suspect’s car, which was left at the scene of the fatal shooting. Brooklyn Park police chief Mark Bruley confirmed the existence of the list and described it as containing the names of “many lawmakers and other officials”.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/does-minnesota-lawmakers-shooting-have-a-trump-connection-flyers-linked-to-anti-trump-no-kings-rally-found-in-suspect-s-car-1749921789032">Does Minnesota lawmakers shooting have a Trump connection? Flyers linked to Anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ rally found in suspect’s car</a>Both victims and survivors of the attack were reportedly named on the list.<h2>Rep. Melissa Hortman and husband killed</h2>The shooting took place at the home of State Representative Melissa Hortman, 55, in a suburb of Minneapolis. She and her husband, Mark, were killed. Senator John Hoffman, 60, and his wife, Yvette, were also shot at their home but survived and are recovering.All four victims are members of the Democratic Party.<h2>Suspect posed as law enforcement</h2>During a press briefing, police said the man appeared to be impersonating an officer. He wore a vest, badge, and carried a taser, clothing that would make most people believe he was with law enforcement. His vehicle, parked in the Hortmans’ driveway, resembled a police SUV, complete with flashing lights.Chief Bruley said, “No question, if they were in this room, you would assume they were a police officer.”<h2>Gunman escapes after shootout with police</h2>Police encountered the suspect at the Hortman residence while investigating the earlier shooting of Senator Hoffman. A gunfight broke out, but the suspect managed to flee on foot through the back of the property. He remains on the run and is considered armed and dangerous.<h2>Manhunt under way with FBI support</h2>A large-scale search is ongoing across Minnesota, with the FBI assisting local police. Authorities have urged residents in the affected areas, Brooklyn Park and Champlin, to stay indoors. People have also been advised to call 911 if approached by someone claiming to be an officer, to confirm their identity.Several individuals have been questioned, and police say they have identified “persons of interest,” though no arrests have been made so far.<h2>Governor calls attack ‘political violence’</h2>Speaking at a press conference, Governor Tim Walz condemned the shootings as “targeted political violence”. He urged unity and warned against political extremism.“We must all, in Minnesota and across the country, stand against all forms of political violence,” he said. “Those responsible for this will be held accountable.”Melissa Hortman was a prominent Democratic figure in the state, having served as Speaker of the Minnesota House. She was first elected in 2004. Senator John Hoffman has held office since 2012.Police continue to search for the suspect as concern grows over the potential threat to other public figures.

The discovery was made after police searched the suspect’s car, which was left at the scene of the fatal shooting. Brooklyn Park police chief Mark Bruley confirmed the existence of the list and described it as containing the names of “many lawmakers and other officials”.

Authorities in Minnesota have revealed that the man suspected of fatally shooting a Democratic lawmaker and her husband had a list of additional potential targets. According to police, the handwritten list included Governor Tim Walz, Representative Ilhan Omar, Senator Tina Smith, and Attorney General Keith Ellison. The discovery was made after police searched the suspect’s car, which was left at the scene of the fatal shooting. Brooklyn Park police chief Mark Bruley confirmed the existence of the list and described it as containing the names of “many lawmakers and other officials”. Also read: Does Minnesota lawmakers shooting have a Trump connection? Flyers linked to Anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ rally found in suspect’s car Both victims and survivors of the attack were reportedly named on the list. Rep. Melissa Hortman and husband killed The shooting took place at the home of State Representative Melissa Hortman, 55, in a suburb of Minneapolis. She and her husband, Mark, were killed. Senator John Hoffman, 60, and his wife, Yvette, were also shot at their home but survived and are recovering. All four victims are members of the Democratic Party. Suspect posed as law enforcement During a press briefing, police said the man appeared to be impersonating an officer. He wore a vest, badge, and carried a taser, clothing that would make most people believe he was with law enforcement. His vehicle, parked in the Hortmans’ driveway, resembled a police SUV, complete with flashing lights. Chief Bruley said, “No question, if they were in this room, you would assume they were a police officer.” Gunman escapes after shootout with police Police encountered the suspect at the Hortman residence while investigating the earlier shooting of Senator Hoffman. A gunfight broke out, but the suspect managed to flee on foot through the back of the property. He remains on the run and is considered armed and dangerous. Manhunt under way with FBI support A large-scale search is ongoing across Minnesota, with the FBI assisting local police. Authorities have urged residents in the affected areas, Brooklyn Park and Champlin, to stay indoors. People have also been advised to call 911 if approached by someone claiming to be an officer, to confirm their identity. Several individuals have been questioned, and police say they have identified “persons of interest,” though no arrests have been made so far. Governor calls attack ‘political violence’ Speaking at a press conference, Governor Tim Walz condemned the shootings as “targeted political violence”. He urged unity and warned against political extremism. “We must all, in Minnesota and across the country, stand against all forms of political violence,” he said. “Those responsible for this will be held accountable.” Melissa Hortman was a prominent Democratic figure in the state, having served as Speaker of the Minnesota House. She was first elected in 2004. Senator John Hoffman has held office since 2012. Police continue to search for the suspect as concern grows over the potential threat to other public figures.

The discovery was made after police searched the suspect’s car, which was left at the scene of the fatal shooting. Brooklyn Park police chief Mark Bruley confirmed the existence of the list and described it as containing the names of “many lawmakers and other officials”.

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'Incredibly lucky to be alive”: Minnesota Senator, his wife share harrowing ordeal of near-fatal shooting

Minnesota shooting suspect had HIT LIST, top Democrats are on it