Eight charged with murder conspiracy over alleged White House UFC attack plot

Eight men have been indicted on murder and terrorism conspiracy charges for allegedly plotting a drone and sniper attack on a UFC cage-fighting show at the White House in June. The indictment, filed in Ohio, charges the defendants with two conspiracies: providing material support to terrorists and committing murder on federal territory and of a federal official. The plot reportedly began in May with the group amassing weapons, explosives, drones, and other equipment. Law enforcement became aware of the threat days before the event, leading to arrests across several states. According to an affidavit, the defendants harbored fringe conspiracy theories and intended to destabilize the government. One defendant allegedly planned to use explosive-laden drones and then shoot fleeing attendees.

Eight men have been indicted on murder and terrorism conspiracy charges in Ohio for allegedly planning a drone and sniper attack on a White House UFC event in June. The group reportedly amassed weapons, explosives, and drones, intending to use explosive-laden drones and then shoot fleeing attendees. Law enforcement learned of the plot four days before the event. The defendants are accused of harboring fringe conspiracy theories and aiming to destabilize the government. The indictment consolidates charges against individuals from various states. Prosecutors allege the targets included President Trump, Vice President Vance, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, and Elon Musk.