The Left rarely helps Trump out. But some are getting tired of the same old song and dance.
Now a major Democrat Governor handed Donald Trump a victory no one expected.
Pennsylvania Governor and President Trump Share a Moment of Unity After Arson Attack
In a surprising display of camaraderie, Pennsylvania’s Democratic Governor Josh Shapiro shared details of a heartfelt phone call from President Trump, who reached out to check on the governor’s family following a devastating arson attack on the governor’s residence.
The conversation, revealed during a vibrant Easter Egg Hunt in Harrisburg, highlights a rare moment of bipartisan connection amid a challenging time.
A Personal Call Amid Crisis
The annual Easter Egg Hunt marked the first public event at the governor’s mansion since the April 13 fire that ravaged the historic building’s dining room. Speaking to reporters, Shapiro expressed gratitude for Trump’s gesture.
“I appreciated that the president called me,” he said, noting that he initially missed the call because it came from Trump’s personal cellphone. “As soon as I heard his message, I called him right back.”
The 15-minute conversation covered the harrowing arson attack that forced Shapiro, his wife Lori, their four children, guests, and pets to flee the residence in the early morning hours. Trump’s inquiry about the family’s well-being struck a chord. “He was very gracious,” Shapiro said.
“He asked how Lori and the kids were doing. [We] talked for a couple minutes about what transpired at the residence, and then we talked for maybe the next 15 minutes or so about a whole host of other topics.”
Bridging Divide Through Dialogue
While Shapiro kept the specifics of their broader discussion private, he hinted at a mutual understanding of key issues. “Obviously, I’m not going to get into our private conversation,” he said.
“But he’s attuned to the issues that are important to me. I, of course, know the issues that are important to him, and we agreed to stay in touch going forward.”
The exchange suggests a willingness to maintain open lines of communication, offering a glimpse of potential collaboration in a polarized political landscape.
Addressing the Arson and Its Aftermath
The arson attack, allegedly carried out by 38-year-old Cody Balmer, has shaken the state. Balmer, accused of scaling a fence, breaking a window, and throwing Molotov cocktails into the residence, faces charges of arson, attempted m*rder, terrorism, and more.
Authorities are probing whether antisemitism motivated the attack, as Balmer reportedly referenced Shapiro’s Jewish heritage and made inflammatory remarks about “plans for what he wants to do to the Palestinian people” in a 911 call, per a police warrant. Prosecutors are considering adding hate crime charges to the case.
As investigations continue, Shapiro’s account of the call with Trump highlights a shared humanity in the face of adversity, setting a hopeful tone for resilience and unity in Pennsylvania.
