The FBI disrupted an alleged plot targeting Sunday's UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House, resulting in multiple arrests. According to FBI Director Kash Patel, law enforcement officials thwarted 'planned attacks' meant to target the cage-fighting show staged for President Donald Trump's birthday.
Key Takeaways
The FBI disrupted an alleged plot targeting Sunday's UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House, resulting in multiple arrests. The plan reportedly involved explosive-laden drones, snipers, and storming the White House gate.
- Five people arrested from Ohio, Missouri, California, and Nebraska
- Alleged plot involved 23 individuals discussing attack plans on encrypted messaging apps
- Suspects allegedly planned to target 'capitalist elites' or politicians with AIPAC donations
- FBI learned of threat June 10; arrests made before the event
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High ConsensusAll 6 publishers report consistent facts across 4 key claims.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number Of Arrests | Broad Agreement | Five people arrested in multiple states | |
| Alleged Plot Details | Broad Agreement | Explosive-laden drones and snipers, storming White House gate | |
| Number Of People Involved | Broad Agreement | 23 individuals identified as part of potential network | |
| Timeline Of Fbi Awareness | Broad Agreement | FBI learned of threat June 10, four days before event |
Number Of Arrests
Broad AgreementFive people arrested in multiple states
Alleged Plot Details
Broad AgreementExplosive-laden drones and snipers, storming White House gate
Number Of People Involved
Broad Agreement23 individuals identified as part of potential network
Timeline Of Fbi Awareness
Broad AgreementFBI learned of threat June 10, four days before event
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The alleged plot involved using explosive-laden drones to hit buildings near the event, force a mass evacuation and steer crowds toward a pre-staged sniper team. A second wave was then allegedly planned to storm the White House gate. The FBI learned about the possible threat on June 10, four days before the mixed martial arts extravaganza on the White House's South Lawn.
Five people were arrested from states including Ohio, Missouri, California, and Nebraska. Investigators identified 23 people as part of a potential network of plotters. The suspects allegedly planned to travel to Fredericksburg, Virginia, on June 12 or 13 to prepare for the attack.
One suspect allegedly told investigators the goal was to target 'capitalist elites,' 'billionaires' or politicians who received donations from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee. The investigation stretched across at least 12 FBI field offices, with authorities estimating that several boxes of ammunition acquired by one suspect contained thousands of rounds.
Patel praised the rapid action of the FBI and its partners in a post on X, stating that multiple individuals are now in custody and allegedly planned attacks were stopped cold. The Secret Service worked closely with the FBI throughout the investigation, with Director Sean Curran saying their formal comments regarding the specifics of this case will be made available in court filings.
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