Eight charged over alleged conspiracy to attack White House UFC event

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Eight individuals aged 19 to 32 have been charged with terrorism offenses for allegedly conspiring to attack the UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House on June 14, intending to kill government officials including President Trump. The alleged plot, discovered after a suspect's mother reported his firearms purchases and online communications, involved using explosive drones and sniper teams to spark a revolution.

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Thousands of people attended the event last month, including President Trump and Vice-President JD Vance.

Eight charged over alleged conspiracy to attack White House UFC event

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