Administration officials have disclosed plans for safety upgrades totaling $32.3 million at the governor's official residence in Harrisburg, as well as $1M in taxpayer-funded security upgrades for Governor Shapiro's private home.
"The horrifying attack on the Governor, his family, and Commonwealth property, coupled with the unfortunate rise in political violence across our country, has made these updates necessary to protect the Governor and his family and ensure the continued operation of the executive branch of the Commonwealth,"
According to officials, the threat to Governor Shapiro does not end when he leaves the Governor's Residence, necessitating these security measures. As officials noted, "No family should have to live behind bulletproof glass or behind large walls – but the nature of the threats against elected officials today require us to take these important steps."
Author's summary: Governor Shapiro's homes get security upgrades.