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Suspected Arsonist Torched Pennsylvania Governor’s Mansion Because of War at Gaza, He Told 911 Operator

The latest evidence offers insight into the motive behind the Sunday morning firebomb attack.

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Cody Balmer is escorted from court after his preliminary arraignment on April 14, 2025. AP/Mingson Lau
NOVI ZHUKOVSKY
NOVI ZHUKOVSKY

The man accused of setting the Pennsylvania governor’s mansion on fire targeted Governor Shapiro over his perceived stance on Palestine, according to a search warrant from state police. 

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NOVI ZHUKOVSKY
NOVI ZHUKOVSKY

Ms. Zhukovsky studied economics and government at Dartmouth College.

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