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Man pleads guilty to arson attack at Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro's home, gets 25 to 50 years
Balmer pleaded guilty to attempted murder, aggravated arson, and terrorism after firebombing the governor's residence, causing millions in damage and endangering 25 people inside.
- Cody Balmer, 38, pleaded guilty to attempted murder and other charges related to an arson attack on Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro's residence, which endangered 22 people, including children, while they slept indoors during the incident.
- Balmer was sentenced to 25 to 50 years in prison after the court reviewed video evidence of the attack and listened to his confessions, with no chance for parole until he is 63.
- Governor Shapiro stated that the attack has profoundly impacted his family and was part of a rise in political violence in the U.S., emphasizing the need for accountability.
- Balmer expressed hatred toward Shapiro, claiming the governor was responsible for actions affecting Palestinians, and he admitted he would have harmed Shapiro if he had encountered him during the attack.
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Man Sentenced 25 to 50 Years for Arson Attack at Pennsylvania Governor’s Mansion
The suspect accused of attempting to set Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s mansion on fire while he and his family slept inside has pleaded guilty to all charges at the Dauphin County Courthouse on Tuesday. Cody Balmer, 38, pleaded guilty to dozens of charges related to the Apr. 13 attack, including the attempted murder of Shapiro, terrorism, 22 counts of arson, and 21 counts of reckless endangerment, according to the Dauphin County District Att…
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