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Josh Shapiro says he’s battled ‘emotional scars’ since arson attack on his home: Full interview

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🗓️ 21 September 2025

⏱️ 32 minutes

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Summary

In an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, Gov. Josh Shapiro (D-Pa.) reflects on political violence in America as thousands gather for the funeral of conservative activist Charlie Kirk — and recalls when his own home was firebombed earlier this year.

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0:00.0

Good Sunday morning. As we come on the air, thousands are gathering in Arizona to pay tribute to

0:06.7

conservative activist Charlie Kirk just over a week after he was assassinated. President Trump is

0:13.5

among those set to speak at the memorial service. It comes as the country is grappling not only

0:19.7

with political violence, but also threats to free speech.

0:24.0

ABC indefinitely suspended late-night comedian Jimmy Kimmel for comments he made in the wake of Kirk's death.

0:31.9

President Trump warning the FCC could now target broadcasters which critique him.

0:38.3

On Friday, I sat down with Pennsylvania's Democratic Governor Josh Shapiro,

0:43.3

who is a victim of political violence himself.

0:47.1

Earlier this year, an arsonist firebombed the governor's mansion in Harrisburg

0:51.6

while he and his family were sleeping.

0:55.9

I asked the governor what he makes of this moment we're living in. Governor Josh Shapiro, welcome back to meet the press.

1:01.1

Good to be back with you. And thank you for being in Pennsylvania. Thank you for having us.

1:06.3

This is an incredibly heavy time for this state and for this country. I do want to start off by asking

1:13.2

you about the tragic events that occurred here this week in York, Pennsylvania. Five officers shot,

1:20.7

three were tragically killed. What is the latest on the investigation and your message about

1:27.2

this latest horrific act of violence?

1:30.4

It's been a brutally gut-wrenching week for us here in Pennsylvania.

1:34.8

As you noted, three police officers in York County taken from us to others now.

1:40.6

Thank God on the men, but they've got a long road to go.

1:44.4

I just hope everyone watching takes a moment to appreciate those who put on the uniform to keep us safe.

1:51.5

If you pray, take a moment to pray for the families who have an empty seat at the table

1:55.9

and pray for a full and speedy recovery for those two officers who are battling right now.

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