[35], Before Shapiro took office in 2016, the Pennsylvania Attorney's General office launched an investigation of allegations of sexual abuse perpetrated by members of the Catholic Church. "[8] In 2016, Shapiro voted for an 11% tax increase, which was an average increase of $66 in property taxes. 'That's my guy. Will Sophie and Tori bridge the age gap? In case you miss any of the new episodes, they can easily be found and watched on. [29] All the charges in Operation Outfoxed were dismissed after allegations that Shapiro had mishandled the sealing of wiretapped recordings. Lori enjoyed her date with Josh (Picture: Channel 4) He had opened up about his hesitancy to put himself out there (Picture: Channel 4) Of course everyone was loving the actor - who has. Shapiro was one of 20 electors selected by the Pennsylvania Democratic Party to vote in the Electoral College for Joe Biden and his running mate Kamala Harris in 2020 United States presidential election. The smitten pair met on the show in 2016 and immediately fell in love. [33] In 2018, he reached an agreement with federal officials to prevent the distribution of blueprints for 3D printed firearms. The Channel 4 show airs at 10pm each week. When Greig first appeared on the show he was rejected by his date John, but now he has found love. Less than a year after meeting on First Dates in 2016, Ibiba and Aarron announced they were having a baby. The First Dates restaurant throws open its doors to single people looking for love. [10] While working on Capitol Hill, he enrolled at the Georgetown University Law Center as an evening student and earned a Juris Doctor in 2002. [17], From 2006 through 2017, Shapiro also practiced corporate law at the firm Stradley, Ronon, Stevens, and Young in Philadelphia. [7] Shapiro played basketball in high school and was one of the team's captains during his senior year. Three years after their first date, the couple announced their engagement and have set a date for the wedding. 6: 6 "Blame it on the Rain" Michelle MacLaren: Elle Triedman: July 31, 2006 When . Is leather-clad Lee the one? Truck driver Beth is fed up with flying solo. Elan explained how his mum had depression, while Cindy told him about her mum having an inoperable brain tumour. A member of the Democratic Party, he served as the 50th Pennsylvania attorney general from 2017 to 2023. [6] He married her on May 25 of that year. [23] While he had practiced with Philadelphia's Stradley Ronon firm and chaired the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency, he had never served as a prosecutor. Elan and Cindy were introduced in 2017 and opened up to each other about their families. As a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, he built a reputation as a consensus builder, who was willing to work across the aisle on a bipartisan basis. The next episode of First Dates will be on Monday, September 13. [66][67] He also supports eliminating four-year degree requirements for state government jobs. [55], Shapiro has said that as governor he will protect abortion access in Pennsylvania and veto any bill passed the state legislature passes that outlaws abortion. As governor, Id be in a policymaking role, together with the Legislature and I thought it was important when asked to state my position unequivocally that I would sign legislation to abolish the death penalty." [67] Shapiro is a supporter of unions and has vowed to veto any "right to work" legislation. [78], Shapiro met his wife Lori in ninth grade as they both attended Akiba Hebrew Academy, now Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy, then in Merion Station. 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Hawbaker Inc., paid nearly $21 million to 1,267 Pennsylvania workers.[47]. [8], From 1999 to 2003, he worked as Chief of Staff to Representative Joe Hoeffel, who represented parts of Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.[13]. [12] While working for Torricelli, Shapiro planned foreign affairs tours in the Middle East and Asia, including a trip to North Korea. [69][70] He also received endorsements from former Governor Ed Rendell, State Senator Anthony H. Williams, former Pennsylvania Democratic Party chair Marcel Groen, and the Planned Parenthood Action Fund. [14], 2016 Pennsylvania Attorney General election, 2020 Pennsylvania Attorney General election, https://www.wgal.com/amp/article/pennsylvania-governor-josh-shapiro-biography/42448262, "PA governor race: Mastriano attacks Shapiro for going to Jewish day school", "Josh Shapiro Makes His Closing Argument", "Josh Shapiro wants to be the next governor of PA. 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As attorney general, he released the findings of a statewide grand jury report that revealed the abuse of children by priests and coverup by church leaders; he also helped negotiate $1 billion for Pennsylvania as part of a national opioid settlement. What does she think of Ryan? Greig and Shaun shared the news on Twitter: I have some absolutely fantastic news for you all, sorry if I havent managed to speak to you over the weekend in person. [9], Shapiro's commission duties centered around social services and administration. [77] He was sworn in on January 17, 2023, succeeding former governor Tom Wolf. Dennis was in his car when he was "box[ed] in" by undercover officers in unmarked vehicles; three officers were injured after Dennis tried to evade them. Jessica loves lager and football and doesn't want to change. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. 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Shapiro ran for Pennsylvania attorney general in 2016, defeating Republican John Rafferty Jr., and was reelected in 2020. Find out more. She then told him that her husband had run off with a younger woman after 46 years of marriage. After chatting about their love of tweed, they agreed to another date and have been together ever since. And he said yes! [60], On efforts to mitigate COVID-19, Shapiro has broken with some in the Democratic Party and opposes mask and vaccine mandates. Gym boss Rebecca wants her love life back in shape. Watch popular content from the following creators: TODAY with Hoda & Jenna(@hodaandjenna), Ashley (@justmyfavthings), First Dates(@firstdates), Josh James(@jforjoshuajames), Eden(@edenharvzofficial), Paul And Lori(@wtspaulandlori), Breaking Trends News(@breakingtrendsnews), Loren (@your.local.sl4g.lorenn), E4(@e4 . In case you miss any of the new episodes, they can easily be found and watched on All4. [52][53] Mastriano won the Republican primary and his closest opponent, former Congressman Lou Barletta, later said that Shapiro's ads likely helped. Raised in Montgomery County, Shapiro studied political science at the University of Rochester and earned his Juris Doctor degree from Georgetown University. [44], As attorney general, Shapiro has charged members of his own party with corruption. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. [16], While a state representative, Shapiro was one of the first public backers of then-Senator Barack Obama for president in 2008. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, First Dates has been warming out hearts for five years, Doreen and James were a big hit with viewers, Steve supported Lyn after she gave birth to her son, having been six months pregnant with a donor baby on their first date, Elan and Cindy are now engaged and have bought their dream home together, Ibiba and Aarron went on to have a baby girl. [38][39] In December, Shapiro announced no charges would be filed against the officers, saying, "violations of police procedure do not always rise to the level of criminal charges". Matchmakers pair them with non-celebrity partners and the cameras capture every romantic and cringe-filled moment. [65] On the issue of vocational training, Shapiro has proposed increasing career and technical training in high schools, tripling state funding for apprenticeships and union skills programs, and creating a Pennsylvania office of workforce development. He has proposed hiring 2,000 additional police officers across Pennsylvania, saying, the "more police officers we hire, the more opportunities we have for them to get out of their patrol cars, walk the beat, learn the names of the kids in the communities". Governor", "Josh Shapiro wins unopposed Democratic primary for Pennsylvania governor", "Pa. Attorney General Josh Shapiro will seek Democratic nod for governor in 2022", "Josh Shapiro just made it clear which Republican he wants to run against in the Pa. governor's race", "GOP fears far-right candidate will be PA governor nominee", "Lou Barletta says unsuccessful bid for GOP gubernatorial nomination was his last campaign", "Democrats have been boosting ultra-right candidates. Can you spot a love match from a love trap?! [25] He won the Democratic primary for attorney general in April 2016, defeating Stephen Zappala and John Morganelli with 47% of the vote. Beyond thrilled, happy and excited. FIRST Dates is now on its 12th series and is still helping singletons find love. [56] In contrast, Mastriano said he would support outlawing abortion in Pennsylvania without any exceptions, including in cases of rape or the mother's life being at risk. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. [19] Democrats retained a majority on the board of commissioners in the 2015 election, as Shapiro and his running mate, Val Arkoosh, both won election. In 2021, Shapiro announced his candidacy for governor of Pennsylvania in the 2022 election. Greig announced their engagement in December 2017 and married a year later. Shapiro helped to broker a deal that resulted in the election of moderate Republican Dennis O'Brien as Speaker of the House. 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