‘Give your kids an extra hug’: Families mourn young victims of Minneapolis shooting; urge change
Friday, 29 August 2025 () In Minneapolis, the families of Fletcher Merkel, 8, and Harper Moyski, 10, are mourning after a mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic School. Robin Westman, 23, fatally shot the children and injured 15 others before committing suicide. Authorities are investigating the shooter's motives, revealing a history of mental health issues and extremist views.
The White House has called the Minneapolis school shooting at Annunciation Church “an act of terrorism,” as Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt delivered a major update. She confirmed that President Trump and First Lady Melania are urging Americans to unite in prayer for the victims and families...