The suspect in the arson attack at the Governor’s Residence targeted Josh Shapiro due to his perceived stance on Palestine, according to a search warrant obtained by PennLive. The suspect, Cody Balmer, called 911 following the attack early Sunday, identified himself by name and told operators Shapiro needs to know he “..
.will not take part in his plans for what he wants to do to the Palestinian people,” the search warrant written by police said..
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Pa. Gov. Shapiro targeted for ‘what he wants to do to Palestinian people’: warrant

The search warrant obtained by PennLive reveals what police believe was Cody Balmer's motive against Josh Shapiro: "perceived injustices to the people of Palestine."