BREAKING: Governor's Mansion Set on Fire During Passover — Suspect Charged With Attempted Murder, Terrorism & Arson!🔥

 BREAKING: Governor's Mansion Set on Fire During Passover — Suspect Charged With Attempted Murder, Terrorism & Arson!🔥 In a shocking and terrifying moment that rocked Pennsylvania overnight, the governor’s mansion went up in flames — and this was no accident. Authorities confirmed that the fire, which broke out during the Jewish holiday of Passover, was a deliberate act of arson. Governor Josh Shapiro, his wife, their four children, two dogs, and another family celebrating the holiday had to be evacuated at 2 a.m. after being jolted awake by banging on the door from state troopers.

Police say 38-year-old Cody Balmer of Harrisburg jumped the fence, broke into the residence, and used a homemade incendiary device to set fire to the building. He was arrested and is now facing multiple serious charges, including attempted murder, terrorism, aggravated assault, and arson. The mansion suffered heavy damage, particularly to the south wing used for art and official events, but thankfully — no injuries were reported.

The mansion has been a symbol of Pennsylvania’s leadership since the 1960s, and now it bears the charred scars of a night that could have ended in tragedy. Former Governors Mark Schweiker and Tom Ridge both condemned the attack as heartbreaking and cowardly, calling for unity and justice. Ridge, who lived in the mansion with his family for eight years, described the images of the damage as “shocking.”

Governor Shapiro, viewed by many as a potential Democratic presidential contender in 2028, posted photos of his family’s Passover Seder just hours before the attack. This wasn’t just an assault on a building — it was a terrifying moment that struck at the heart of a family and a state.

This story is still unfolding. With investigators working around the clock and a $10,000 reward on the line for more information, the Commonwealth is watching — and waiting — for full justice to be served.