Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro was targeted in the arson attack on his residence because of the suspect’s perception of Shapiro’s stance on Palestinians, PennLive reported.

In a warrant for suspect Cody Balmer’s electronic devices obtained by the outlet, Corporal Benjamin Forsythe of the Pennsylvania State Police says Balmer targeted the governor “based upon perceived injustices to the people of Palestine,” as well as Shapiro’s Jewish faith. The warrant reportedly does not indicate why Shapiro’s faith is thought to be a motive.

Following the early morning Sunday attack, Balmer called 911, identified himself and told the operator that Shapiro needs to know he “… will not take part in his plans for what he wants to do to the Palestinian people.”

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