Arson Suspect Arrested After Governor's Mansion Fire

Cody Balmer, 38, was arrested and charged with attempted murder, terrorism, aggravated arson, and other felonies after allegedly setting fire to Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro's residence. Balmer reportedly scaled a fence and used Molotov cocktails to start the fire, causing significant damage but no injuries. He admitted to harboring hatred towards Shapiro and planned to assault him with a hammer if they met. The attack took place shortly after Shapiro's Passover dinner, though no anti-Semitic motive has been confirmed. Balmer turned himself in following a tip-off from his ex-partner and is known to have a history of mental health challenges and previous criminal charges. Governor Shapiro thanked emergency responders for their timely intervention and vowed to continue his work, undeterred by the attack.