Pennsylvania Arrests Adam Berryhill Over Hit List Targeting 20 Democratic Lawmakers
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Updated · WPVI-TV · May 13
Pennsylvania Arrests Adam Berryhill Over Hit List Targeting 20 Democratic Lawmakers
9 articles · Updated · WPVI-TV · May 13
Adam Berryhill was taken into custody last week after Pennsylvania State Police said he posted a social media hit list naming 20 Democratic lawmakers and threatening political violence.
Investigators said the Lebanon man’s posts referenced shooting and a planned "Memorial Day Operation," leading to a terroristic threatening charge.
The named officials included House Speaker Joanna McClinton, Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta and State Sen. Sharif Street, showing the threats reached top Democratic leaders in Harrisburg.
Berryhill, 42, is also barred from possessing firearms and has prior terroristic threat convictions, adding to concerns about escalating threats against elected officials.
After a 'hit list' threat, why were lawmakers left in the dark for days?
With a history of violent threats, what gaps allowed this individual to target officials online?
How can social media stop online political rage from becoming real-world hit lists?
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Face Escalating Threats: 20 Targeted, Security Gaps Revealed in Wake of High-Profile Arrests
Overview
In early May 2026, law enforcement arrested Adam G. Berryhill and Raymond Eugene Chandler III for making threats against public officials in Pennsylvania, highlighting a strong and coordinated response from both local and federal authorities. The FBI confirmed Chandler’s arrest and emphasized its commitment to protecting public officials, working closely with federal partners. These high-profile arrests underscore the seriousness with which threats are being addressed and reflect ongoing efforts to safeguard democracy and public safety amid rising concerns about political violence.