Man who set fire to Pennsylvania governor’s mansion jailed
Published: 10/14/2025

A man sentenced to 25-50 years in prison for setting fire to Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro's mansion in a plea deal, pleading guilty to multiple charges including attempted murder and arson. While the official residence was severely damaged, Shapiro and his family - who were home at the time - managed to escape unharmed. This attack is part of a spate of political violence in the US, with the governor emphasizing his family's reliance on faith during this challenging time. Cody Balmer, the perpetrator, admitted to making Molotov cocktails and harboring hatred towards Governor Shapiro.



