The FBI announced it stopped a potential terrorist threat aimed at the UFC America 250 event at the White House and its attendees. The threat involved individuals from outside the National Capital Region. Officials credited quick action by the FBI and law enforcement partners for preventing any incident.
The FBI became aware of the threat on June 10. It targeted the UFC event held this past Sunday in Washington, D.C.
The agency revealed details of the halted threat on Tuesday. A statement noted the involvement of partners and the Department of Homeland Security in the response.
President Trump stated he had not been briefed on the matter. He mentioned learning of the threat only after the fact.
