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us-politics22 hours ago•8 min saved

Plot to strike White House UFC event thwarted; eight charged

Eight men aged 19–32 were charged with conspiracy to provide material support to terrorists and to murder federal officials over an alleged plan to attack the White House during the UFC Freedom 250 event; prosecutors say they plotted to use explosive-laden drones, sniper attacks, and a second wave to storm the White House gate, aiming to sow panic and target high‑profile figures. The plot surfaced after a suspect’s mother alerted authorities days before the June 14 event, which drew about 4,300 attendees including President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance. The defendants, from across the U.S., face life in prison on murder charges and up to 15 years on terror charges; another suspect was arrested for obstruction of justice.

via BBC|

#drones #terrorism #tiktok-recruitment

crime1 day ago•1 min saved

Eight indicted in alleged drone-and-sniper plot targeting White House UFC event

Eight men were indicted on murder and terrorism conspiracy charges for allegedly plotting to attack a White House UFC event with explosive-laden drones and snipers, in two conspiracies: providing material support to terrorists and murdering people on federal government property and a federal official. The plot began in May as the group amassed weapons, drones, and equipment for the Freedom 250 show in June. Defendants from multiple states were charged, including Chandler Scaggs, a would-be sniper connected to Tycen Proper, who planned to travel to the event but lost contact after arrests.

via The Guardian|

#crime #drones #federal-charges

politics2 days ago•105 min saved

Rubio's Global Antifa Invite Falls Flat With Allies

Rubio convened a July 16 State Department meeting inviting senior ministers from 60+ countries to discuss what the Trump administration calls the resurgence of transnational far-left terrorism, but many allies reacted with confusion or indifference, citing short notice and vague aims. The push to frame antifa as a serious terrorist threat has repeatedly backfired diplomatically, and internal U.S. officials warn the effort risks politicizing counterterrorism and setting a dangerous precedent, all amid broader tensions over Venezuela policy involving Rubio’s deputy.

via The Daily Beast|

#antifa #diplomacy #marco-rubio

world9 days ago•2 min saved

Damascus cafe blast leaves six dead, 22 injured near Palace of Justice

A bomb exploded inside a crowded cafe in central Damascus, killing six and injuring 22, according to Syrian state media. The device was planted inside the cafe near the Palace of Justice; no group has claimed responsibility. It is the deadliest bombing in Damascus since a June 2025 church attack. Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene, and authorities vowed to punish those responsible as Syria remains unstable after years of civil war.

via BBC|

#bombing #casualties #damascus

world13 days ago•13 min saved

Three soldiers killed as militants strike Karachi Rangers HQ, Pakistan vows retaliation

Pakistan's military says three soldiers were killed in a militant attack on the provincial headquarters of the Pakistan Rangers in Karachi and pledged retaliation as security forces pursue those responsible.

via AP News|

#karachi #militant-attack #military

politics15 days ago•5 min saved

Decades-long sentences spark alarm over anti-ICE protest crackdown

Eight Texas activists were handed 50- to 100-year federal sentences for a July 4 protest at an ICE facility, with a ninth defendant receiving 30 years for moving boxes after a court phone call. Critics say the punishments are unreasonably harsh and show an overbroad use of terrorism charges to curb dissent, while prosecutors argue the sentences deter violence and reflect the seriousness of the offenses. Sentencing included unusually stacked terms, and experts note a possible terrorism enhancement. The defendants plan appeals as the government defends the rulings.

via The Guardian|

#first-amendment #ice-detention #politics

policy16 days ago•38 min saved

Prairieland sentences expose cracks in anti-terror law and protest crackdown

Eight Texas activists were sentenced to 30 to 100 years in prison for alleged ties to an Antifa cell after a July 4, 2025 protest outside the Prairieland Detention Facility; notably, some defendants weren’t present or involved in violence, and prosecutors used broad charges like providing material support to terrorists for actions such as distributing zines. The DOJ says the rulings deter anti-law-enforcement violence, but critics warn the cases set a blueprint for punishing dissent and could chill protest nationwide.

via The Verge|

#antifa #ice #policy

politics17 days ago•7 min saved

Tlaib under fire for defending antifa convicts in Texas attack

Rep. Rashida Tlaib drew backlash after defending antifa defendants convicted in a July 2025 attack on a Texas immigration detention facility, calling the sentences 'a travesty.' Benjamin Song received a 100-year sentence for attempted murder of Alvarado Police Lt. Thomas Gross; seven others were sentenced to 30–70 years on terrorism- and rioting-related charges. Conservatives criticized her stance, while White House aides pushed back amid NSPM-7 debates. The broader context includes DOJ charges against 15 Minnesota anti-ICE activists tied to Antifa. Prosecutors described the Texas incident as a premeditated terrorist act; Song’s self-defense claim was rejected by the judge.

via Fox News|

#antifa #politics #rashida-tlaib

politics18 days ago•3 min saved

Texas anti-ICE protest convictions yield decades-long prison sentences

Nine Texas protesters were convicted on terrorism-related charges for a July 4 protest at an immigrant detention center, receiving sentences ranging from 50 to 100 years (including 70 years for one defendant and 30 years for another non-participant). Prosecutors framed the group as a 'North Texas antifa cell' and argued the acts were premeditated violence and material support for terrorists, while defense critics said the case criminalizes dissent and relied on contested evidence such as zines and encrypted messages. The outcome is viewed as a test of the Trump administration’s crackdown on protest and has spurred similar prosecutions elsewhere.

via The Guardian|

#antifa #immigration #politics

crime19 days ago•8 min saved

FBI expands White House UFC plot case with two new defendants

The FBI identified two additional suspects, Jordan W. Rincker and William Lee Spartacus Falkner, in the White House UFC Freedom 250 plot, bringing publicly named defendants to seven. Prosecutors say Rincker funded part of the operation and transferred a shotgun, while Falkner discussed procuring drones capable of heavy payloads for a mass-casualty attack during the June 14 event and potentially future targets. The case centers on a network that planned explosive-laden drones and a second wave to target the White House, with evidence from Telegram and encrypted chats; investigators say a family tip and a seized phone helped disrupt the plot, and more arrests could follow.

via Fox News|

#arrests #crime #drones

politics19 days ago•9 min saved

Rogan recounts Trump’s offhand reply to White House UFC terror fears with a laugh

On The Joe Rogan Experience, Rogan recalls telling Trump he hoped they wouldn’t die in a terrorist attack at the White House UFC event, prompting Trump’s (laughably casual) reply “We gotta go somehow” and Rogan’s own exasperated response, “What the fuck, dude?” The episode also notes MMA trainer Trevor Wittman’s nerves about potential drone threats and Justin Gaethje’s cheeky remark about if he got taken out in the cage. The White House fight night—held as the first private, for-profit sporting event on White House grounds—drew protests and scrutiny over Trump’s ties to UFC’s parent company amid Iran tensions.

via HuffPost|

#donald-trump #joe-rogan #politics

celebrity20 days ago•30 min saved

Rogan Delivers Laughable Take on Trump’s Calm in Terror Talk at White House UFC

On The Joe Rogan Experience, Rogan relays Trump’s almost nonchalant reaction to the idea of a terror attack at the White House UFC event, recounting Trump’s line “We gotta go somehow” after Rogan expressed fear of dying. Rogan and guests joked about the danger and the spectacle, calling the night at UFC Freedom 250 on the White House lawn one of the wildest experiences of their careers, while noting heightened security and the broader political backdrop.

via The Daily Beast|

#celebrity #donald-trump #joe-rogan

crime23 days ago•1 min saved

White House plot ringleader linked to DACA recipient arrested in Omaha

U.S. authorities say Abraham Hermosillo Alvarez, a Mexican national who overstayed a B2 visa and reportedly held DACA status, was the alleged ringleader of a failed plot to attack officials at UFC Freedom 250 near the White House. He and four co-conspirators were arrested across Nebraska, Ohio, Missouri, and California and charged with conspiracy to murder and conspiracy to commit violence on White House grounds. Alvarez entered on a B2 visa in 2001 and was later granted DACA in 2014; ICE has lodged a detainer, and DOJ described his role as planning, organizing, and directing the attack, including potential use of drones and counter-snipers.

via Homeland Security (.gov)|

#crime #daca #fbi

world23 days ago•12 min saved

Gunmen strike Niger's Niamey airport in rapid firefight

Gunmen attacked Niger's Niamey international airport, triggering a firefight and temporary disruption of operations; authorities have not immediately disclosed casualties or claimed responsibility.

via AP News|

#airport-attack #gunmen #niamey

crime23 days ago•7 min saved

Smiling Mugshot Highlights Five Suspects in White House UFC Plot

Five men across four states were arrested in a multi-state operation tied to a planned White House attack during a UFC event, with prosecutors detailing explosive drone and sniper attack plans, safe houses, and target lists. Authorities released all five mugshots, including a suspect who smiled in his booking photo, as evidence such as weapons, ammo, tactical gear, and encrypted chats were cited in the case.

via Fox News|

#crime #drones #mugshots