HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — Gov. Josh Shapiro is kicking off his reelection campaign with events in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh on Thursday.

The governor, 52, announced Thursday morning he will seek a second term alongside Lt. Gov. Austin Davis, affirming his commitment to “keep getting stuff done.”

The announcement came in the form of a video highlighting the Shapiro administration’s efforts to rebuild Philadelphia’s I-95 following its collapse, boost small businesses, fund schools and hire more teachers, and invest in public safety, among other things.

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The launch of Shapiro’s reelection campaign comes several months after Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced her intention to enter the governor’s race.

When she announced her campaign, Garrity had promised to fix the problems that “Josh Shapiro has created” during his time as governor, blaming him for higher energy bills and grocery prices. She’s secured the Republican Party’s endorsement.

Despite not announcing any plans for higher office, Shapiro’s campaign is one likely to draw national attention.

“Ever since he won the governor’s office in a near-landslide victory in 2022, Shapiro has been mentioned alongside Democratic contemporaries like California Gov. Gavin Newsom, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and others as someone who could lead a national ticket,” the Associated Press’ Marc Levy reported.

Shapiro was also said to be considered as a potential running mate in 2024 for Kamala Harris, who ultimately chose Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz instead.

The Pennsylvania governor on Monday issued a statement in support of Walz, who decided not to seek reelection amid allegations of fraud in the state’s daycare system.

Shapiro has been an outspoken advocate against political violence, having himself been the target of an arson attack back in April of 2025.

On Dec. 9, a state Senate committee announced it had issued three subpoenas related to security upgrades at the governor’s private residence following the firebombing. The governor shot back at the subpoenas, accusing the committee of playing “political games.”

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CBS 21 will have a crew at the Philadelphia event on Thursday evening. Tune in live to our 5 p.m. broadcast for live coverage.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.