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The White House confirmed Monday that the recent Michigan church shooting was driven by hostility toward members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In a press briefing, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that investigators found evidence showing the shooter intentionally targeted worshippers because of their faith.
President Donald J. Trump condemned the attack, describing it as “an assault on Christians in America” and pledging that the administration would ensure such acts of violence do not go unanswered. He stressed that people of faith must be able to practice their religion without fear, highlighting the tragedy as a stark reminder of the threats facing religious communities.
Incident Details
The attacker opened fire during a Sunday service, killing multiple congregants and injuring others. Law enforcement briefings revealed that the shooter’s writings contained anti-Christian sentiments and expressed specific hostility toward Mormon worshippers.
Federal investigators are now examining whether the attack meets the criteria for domestic terrorism under U.S. law. Authorities emphasized the need to treat crimes targeting faith communities as serious threats, reflecting heightened concern over religiously motivated violence.