Group planned to attack White House UFC event using snipers and drones, FBI says

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The FBI thwarted a plot to attack a UFC event at the White House on Sunday, arresting five suspects who allegedly planned to use explosive-laden drones and snipers to spark panic and target attendees. The investigation, initiated after a mother reported her son's concerning online communications and firearms purchases, uncovered plans to attack high-value targets and incite a revolution.

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In newly unsealed court filings, the government says the group allegedly expressed grievances about corruption, the Epstein files, and data centres.

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