Shapiro arson attack underscores threats to politicians

(The Hill) -- The arson attack at Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s (D) residence is the latest incident to underscore the threats faced by high-profile politicians amid the country’s political polarization. The man accused of setting fire to the governor’s residence over the weekend allegedly harbored hatred against Shapiro, admitting that he planned to attack the Democratic governor with a hammer if he had seen him at his home. The attack comes after assassination at