What to Know About the Alleged Plot to Attack the White House UFC Event

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What to Know About the Alleged Plot to Attack the White House UFC Event
A victory message is projected after Justin Gaethje defeats Ilia Topuria in a lightweight title bout during UFC Freedom 250 on the South Lawn of the White House on June 15, 2026. Tom Brenner/Getty Images
A victory message is projected after Justin Gaethje defeats Ilia Topuria in a lightweight title bout during UFC Freedom 250 on the South Lawn of the White House on June 15, 2026. Tom Brenner/Getty Images
Tom Gantert
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Joseph Lord
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Five men have been charged in an alleged plot to carry out a mass-casualty attack at a UFC event on White House grounds.

Conspirators allegedly discussed targeting members of Congress; stockpiled weapons, ammunition, and body armor; and admitted to participating in the plot, according to a federal criminal complaint.