🔥 Trending Eight Indicted in Alleged Plot to Attack White House UFC Event

Eight individuals have been indicted in connection with an alleged plot to attack a Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) event held at the White House on June 15, 2026 ¹²³. The event, known as UFC Freedom 250, took place on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, D.C. ²⁵.

Details of the Alleged Plot

Federal authorities thwarted a plan that allegedly involved using snipers and drones to attack the event ⁶⁸. The indictment, handed down on Thursday, July 10, 2026, replaces previous charges filed against the suspects ⁴⁹.

Targets and Methods

The alleged plotters reportedly collected weapons, devised "tier-based targets," and underwent marksmanship training ¹. Officials stated that the men intended to use drones to bomb the event, create panic, and assassinate President Trump and other government officials present at the UFC 250 event ⁵⁸⁷.

Indictment and Charges

A grand jury indicted the eight men on federal conspiracy charges ⁴⁶⁹. All eight suspects were indicted in Columbus, Ohio ⁵. The Department of Justice announced the indictments ³. The FBI revealed that the UFC event proceeded despite the alleged terror plot being uncovered ². If convicted, the individuals could face life in prison ⁸.