The FBI has designated the recent shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school as an act of domestic terrorism, citing evidence of a hate-filled ideology as the motive. This marks the second such designation in two weeks, following an attack on a church in Florida. Officials are now investigating whether these incidents are linked, as they could represent a broader threat of extremist violence against religious institutions.
Authorities have not yet disclosed the suspect’s identity or the circumstances leading to the attack, though the FBI has emphasized that the perpetrator may have been motivated by a deep-seated animosity toward Catholic institutions. The agency is also examining potential connections between the two incidents, which could provide critical insights into the scope and nature of domestic extremist movements in the U.S.
Local law enforcement, in collaboration with the FBI, is conducting a thorough investigation to determine the perpetrator’s intentions and potential accomplices. Community leaders and religious groups have expressed concern over the rising number of such attacks, calling for increased security measures and public awareness efforts. The Minneapolis shooting has reignited debates about gun control and the role of extremist ideologies in fueling violence in the country.