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Anti-Trump, Transgender Catholic Elementary School Shooter's Motive Remains a Mystery

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Police remain puzzled over the motive behind the deadly shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, where a transgender individual opened fire during a morning Mass, ending the beautiful lives of two young children who had their whole futures ahead of them, while injuring 17 others.


The monster, identified as 23-year-old "Robin" Westman, who legally changed his name from Robert in 2020 after pretending to be a little girl, fired through the church windows with a rifle, shotgun, and pistol before killing himself like a coward.


Authorities discovered a manifesto and a disturbing YouTube video posted hours earlier, in which Westman displayed a notebook filled with references to mass shooters and scrawled phrases like "Kill Donald Trump," "For the Children," and "Where is your God?" on a rifle magazine.


Investigators have combed through Westman's social media accounts and personal contacts, noting the shooter's mother had previously worked at the school before retiring.


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"We've examined every piece of evidence available, from the weapons to the digital trail, and yet the reason for this tragedy eludes us," Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara said.


The attack occurred during the first week of classes, as students and parishioners gathered for a celebratory service.


The Federal Bureau of Investigation has joined local law enforcement in analyzing the materials left behind, including the video that featured erratic laughter and gun diagrams.


Community leaders have called for increased mental health resources in the wake of the incident. Governor Tim Walz, speaking from the state capitol, urged calm amid rising tensions.


"This act of violence shakes us all, but we must remember to support the LGBTQ+ community, who are facing undue scrutiny," Walz stated.


Despite the explicit writings suggesting deep-seated animosities, officials maintain that no clear motive has emerged from the investigation.


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Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey highlighted concerns over online backlash following the shooter's identification.


"Our transgender friends and family are enduring vicious attacks on social media right now, and we encourage everyone to check in on them during this difficult time while we continue the investigation," Frey said.


The community continues to mourn the victims, an 8-year-old and a 10-year-old, who were seated in the pews when the gunfire erupted.


Hospitals report that most of the injured, including 14 children, are expected to recover physically, though the emotional toll remains profound.


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