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Colorado Lawmakers Denounce Politically Targeted Shootings in Minnesota

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Colorado lawmakers from both parties have come together in the wake of two Minnesota state lawmakers being shot and killed in their home, denouncing the violence as "an unconscionable act" that has shaken the state to its core. The Colorado Capitol, as well as the state's online campaign finance database, TRACER, have become focal points for concern as lawmakers request the redaction of their personal information.

Colorado Secretary of State suspended the TRACER website on Saturday due to safety concerns in the aftermath of the Minnesota shootings. The database, which includes home addresses, phone numbers, and other personal information of Colorado political candidates, has been a subject of safety concerns. As of Tuesday, over 40 Colorado elected officials have requested the redaction of their addresses and other personal information from the database. The Colorado State Patrol is working closely with lawmakers to ensure their safety.

Key Takeaways:

  • Over 40 Colorado elected officials have requested the redaction of their addresses and other personal information from the state's online campaign finance database, TRACER, as a safety precaution following the Minnesota shootings.
  • The Colorado Secretary of State has suspended the TRACER website on Saturday due to safety concerns in the aftermath of the Minneapolis shootings.
  • Colorado House Speaker Julie McCluskie and Senate President James Coleman have condemned the violence and emphasized the importance of peaceful debate and resolution.
  • Colorado Senate President James Coleman has adjusted his driving patterns when going to work and is prioritizing the safety of himself and his family.
  • Colorado House Minority Leader Rose Pugliese called for respect and less negativity in political interactions nationwide, stating that "violence has no place in our politics."

Statistics:

  • Over 40 Colorado elected officials have requested the redaction of their personal information from the state's online campaign finance database, TRACER.
  • The Colorado Secretary of State has suspended the TRACER website due to safety concerns.
  • 2 Minnesota state lawmakers, Minnesota House Democratic leader Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark Hortman, were shot and killed in their home by a man posing as a police officer.
  • Vance Boelter, 57, faces charges for the murders of Melissa Hortman and Mark Hortman, as well as for the shootings of Minnesota Sen. John Hoffman and his wife Yvette Hoffman.

Sources:

  • "Minnesota House Democratic leader dead after targeted shooting." (https://coloradonewsline.com/2025/06/14/minnesota-house-democratic-leader-dead-after-targeted-shooting/)
  • "Feds: Boelter stopped two other lawmakers' homes between shootings." (https://www.newsfromthestates.com/article/feds-boelter-stopped-two-other-lawmakers-homes-between-shootings-hoffmans-hortmans)
  • "Colorado secretary of state's office: TRACER will be back up soon." (https://www.sos.state.co.us/pubs/elections/CampaignFinance/files/CPFManual.pdf)

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