Overview

• Delivering the Eradicate Hate Global Summit keynote in Pittsburgh, Gov. Josh Shapiro called on leaders to “turn the tide,” reject vengeance, and denounce political violence without exception.
• Shapiro recounted the April firebombing of the Pennsylvania governor’s residence as a personal example; suspect Cody Balmer is charged with attempted murder, aggravated arson, terrorism and other offenses.
• He argued violence cuts across partisan lines and referenced recent attacks including Charlie Kirk’s killing at Utah Valley University, for which alleged gunman Tyler Robinson is in FBI custody.
• Shapiro warned that selective condemnation can be read as permission for more violence and said the government should not use the moment to censor or prosecute constitutionally protected speech.
• The White House defended President Trump’s approach and said perpetrators will face the full force of the justice system, as Trump and allies continue to blame “radical left” groups for recent violence.