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A man pleaded guilty to attempting to murder Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and setting his mansion on fire during Passover, motivated by political and mental health issues, resulting in a 25-50 year prison sentence and highlighting concerns over political violence.
The White House, along with Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, condemned the actions of pro-Palestinian demonstrators who targeted a Jewish-owned restaurant in Philadelphia with chants of genocide. The protesters gathered outside the restaurant, chanting and placing pro-Palestinian stickers on its doors. The White House called it antisemitic and unjustifiable, emphasizing President Biden's commitment to countering antisemitism. Governor Shapiro labeled it a blatant act of antisemitism, while Senator John Fetterman criticized the protesters for targeting a Jewish restaurant instead of addressing larger issues.