A Minnesota state lawmaker was assassinated in an allegedly "politically motivated" attack on Saturday. Utah leaders said there has been an uptick of verbal threats against lawmakers in the state. Utah officials of both parties condemned divisive rhetoric that can lead to political violence.

The killing of a Minnesota lawmaker and her husband sent shockwaves through the political world and appeals from elected officials to turn down heated rhetoric.

The targeted shootings of two Minnesota state lawmakers this weekend underscore a grim trend: An increasingly volatile political climate has left state and local officials more exposed than ever to threats and harassment.

The suspected gunman arrested in the shooting of two Democratic lawmakers in Minnesota had a list of names in one of his vehicles that included the names of Michigan officials, according to law enforcement.

Minnesota shootings prompt concerns for Colorado lawmakers' safety. State officials are working to restore transparency on campaign finance website.

The targeted attacks on Minnesota state lawmakers over the weekend have New York leaders on edge as they take steps to ensure their own safety and security.

Suspected assassin Vance Boelter is seen during his arrest in Sibley County following a two-day manhunt in Minnesota. Ramsey County Sheriff Bob Fletcher said someone matching Boelter's was seen on a resident's trail camera. Boelter attempted to evade arrest for about an hour,… pic.twitter.com/AMnUbM85Nh

Live updates: Minnesota lawmaker shooting suspect to appear in court on murder charges after huge manhunt Almost 200 law enforcement — including members of 20 regional and local SWAT teams — descended on eastern Sibley County to apprehend suspect Vance Boelter.

Less than 12 hours before a gunman wearing an eerie disguise showed up at the homes of two Minnesota lawmakers Saturday, the Oregon Legislature passed a bill to conceal the home addresses of elected officials and candidates for public office.

Washington D.C. has begun discussing the security of politicians across the country after two Minnesota lawmakers were shot on Saturday.