Josh Shapiro: Political violence 'leaves scars'

Source: Politico

09/21/2025 09:44 AM EDT


Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said he has “battled” with emotional scars since his family was targeted in an arson attack earlier this year.

Speaking with NBC’s Kristen Welker on Sunday’s “Meet the Press” about the effects of political violence, Shapiro opened up about the impact the attempt on his life has had on him and his family.

“My emotional scars have less to do with being governor, and a whole lot more to do with being a father, and a father to four children whose lives were at risk because of the profession I chose to serve other people,” the Democrat said. “That’s stuff that I’ve had to work through, and I continue to work through.”

Tackling political violence has become a major focus for both parties in the aftermath of the Sept. 10 killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

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