Eight men have been charged in an alleged plot to attack the Ultimate Fighting Championship event held at the White House last month, according to federal prosecutors. The suspects, ranging in age from 19 to 32, were indicted on two conspiracy counts: providing material support to terrorists and conspiring to murder government officials on government grounds.
Key Takeaways
Eight men have been charged in an alleged plot to attack the White House's Freedom 250 UFC event last month. The suspects are accused of planning a drone and sniper attack targeting high-profile attendees, including President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance.
- Eight defendants charged with conspiracy to provide material support to terrorists and murder government officials
- Plot allegedly involved explosive-laden drones and snipers targeting fleeing spectators
- Suspects ranged in age from 19 to 32 and were arrested across multiple states
- Alleged grievances included purported government corruption and U.S. involvement with Israel
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▼Source Claims Check
1 Difference FoundAll 3 publishers report consistent facts across 4 key claims. 1 point of difference noted.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrest Timeline | 1 Difference | UPI reports arrests after parents alerted authorities; other sources say during event weekend | ▼ |
| Number Of Suspects | Broad Agreement | 8 men charged in total | |
| Charges Filed | Broad Agreement | Conspiracy to provide material support to terrorists and murder government officials | |
| Plot Details | Broad Agreement | Explosive-laden drones and snipers targeting fleeing spectators | |
| Suspects' Grievances | Broad Agreement | Purported government corruption and U.S. involvement with Israel |
Arrest Timeline
▼UPI reports arrests after parents alerted authorities; other sources say during event weekend
Number Of Suspects
Broad Agreement8 men charged in total
Charges Filed
Broad AgreementConspiracy to provide material support to terrorists and murder government officials
Plot Details
Broad AgreementExplosive-laden drones and snipers targeting fleeing spectators
Suspects' Grievances
Broad AgreementPurported government corruption and U.S. involvement with Israel
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The plot allegedly involved using explosive-laden drones to attack the north side of the event, forcing spectators to evacuate south where snipers would open fire. According to the indictment, the eight defendants began plotting in May, amassing money, firearms, ammunition, body armor, drones, and other resources.
The most recent suspect arrested is 21-year-old Chandler Scaggs of Chapmanville, West Virginia. Federal prosecutors allege that Scaggs was to be one of the snipers in the planned attack. The group allegedly communicated through encrypted applications like Signal and social media platforms including TikTok and Instagram.
The first five suspects were arrested last month after the parents of 19-year-old Tycen Proper alerted authorities to his suspicious activities. The indictment states that the group's alleged grievances include purported government corruption and U.S. lawmakers' involvement with Israel.
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