Josh Shapiro is an American politician and attorney who serves as the Governor of Pennsylvania. He took office in January 2023 after winning the gubernatorial election in November 2022. Before becoming governor, Shapiro held the position of Attorney General of Pennsylvania, where he focused on issues like consumer protection and public safety. Born on June 20, 1973, in Kansas, Shapiro graduated from Georgetown University and earned his law degree from Temple University. He began his political career in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and later served as a member of the Montgomery County Board of Commissioners.