FBI disrupts alleged explosive drone plot targeting UFC Freedom 250 at White House
Investigators say the suspects planned explosive drone strikes and a sniper attack, and five people were arrested in a multistate operation.
- The FBI and Department of Justice arrested multiple individuals in a multi-state operation to disrupt an alleged plot targeting the UFC America 250 event at The White House.
- On June 10, the FBI and law enforcement partners became aware of a potential threat to the UFC America 250 event in Washington involving individuals outside the National Capital Region.
- Alleged plot details include using drones laden with explosives to strike buildings near the event and force mass evacuation toward a sniper team, with a second wave intended to storm the White House gate.
- FBI Director Kash Patel said, "Thanks to the rapid action of this FBI, our partners, and the Department of Justice in a multi-state operation, multiple individuals are now in custody and allegedly planned attacks were stopped cold."
- NBC News reports that officials consider the plot serious, though The White House provided no immediate comment as the FBI continues working with partners on the case.
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FBI Foils Bomb Plot Targeting UFC Event at White House
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has foiled a bomb plot focusing on ‘UFC Freedom 250,’ a mixed martial arts event held on the White House grounds on Sunday, June 15, FBI Director Kash Patel announced on X on Tuesday. The high-security, invitation-heavy event was part of the celebration of America’s 250th anniversary as well as U.S. President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday. Court documents and statements describe plans involving drones e…
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