In Minnesota, specifically in Minneapolis on August 27, 2025, a tragic shooting occurred at the Annunciation Catholic Church and adjacent school. A gunman, identified as 23-year-old Robin Westman, opened fire through the church windows during a Mass attended by children and congregants. Two young children, aged 8 and 10, were killed, and 17 others, mostly children between 6 and 15 years old along with some elderly parishioners, were injured. The shooter then took his own life at the scene. Authorities found that Westman had legally purchased the firearms used—a rifle, shotgun, and pistol—and left behind a manifesto and videos on YouTube. The FBI is investigating the incident as an act of domestic terrorism and a hate crime targeting Catholics. The community mourns deeply, and the state's governor ordered flags at half- staff in honor of the victims. All of the injured are expected to survive, though some remain in critical condition. The motive behind the attack is still unclear as investigations continue.
