Minnesota Governor Tim Walz expressed his condolences and called the killing of the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, a Minnesota-based company, a 'horrible tragedy.' Brian Thompson was fatally shot outside a Manhattan hotel as he was heading to UnitedHealthcare's annual investor conference. Governor Walz, who knew Thompson personally, described the incident as 'tragic' and urged authorities to uncover the motives behind the shooting and ensure justice is served.
UnitedHealthcare Group, the parent company of UnitedHealthcare, is headquartered in Minnetonka and ranks as Minnesota's 10th largest employer, employing approximately 19,000 individuals in the state. Governor Walz extended his sympathies to the Thompson family and the company's employees, emphasizing that state law enforcement is collaborating with federal agencies to support the investigation.
Walz emphasized the significant impact of Thompson's death on the business and healthcare community in Minnesota. Senator Amy Klobuchar and Representative Dean Phillips, both from Minnesota, also condemned the violence, with Klobuchar describing it as 'horrifying and shocking' and Phillips expressing horror over the 'assassination' of his constituent.
