US justice department charges five men over alleged plot to attack White House UFC event
Multiple arrests made in ‘multi-state operation’ to disrupt alleged plot to kill government officials at Trump birthday
TL;DR
- Five men have been charged over an alleged plot to attack the UFC 'Freedom 250' event at the White House.
- The plot reportedly involved using explosive-laden drones and snipers to target attendees and government officials.
- Arrests were made in Ohio, Missouri, Nebraska, and California as part of a multi-state operation.
- One suspect, Tycen C Proper, allegedly told authorities the attack was intended to 'jumpstart' a revolution.
- The FBI and Department of Justice collaborated to disrupt the planned violence.
- The investigation began after concerns were raised about Proper's behavior and online communications.