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New York woman charged with plotting to set off explosives at N.Y. Capitol, kill state lawmakers
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· August 20, 2026
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Key points The plot targeted the New York State Capitol building. Authorities announced a federal terrorism charge against a woman on Thursday.
Authorities announced a federal terrorism charge against a woman on Thursday. She was caught in an FBI sting operation, accused of plotting to bomb a capitol building. The woman allegedly believed laws being passed were an affront to Islam, motivating her to plan the attack.
The plot targeted the New York State Capitol building. The woman's plan was thwarted by the FBI sting operation, and she is now facing charges.
Further details about the case are available from the source, including the events leading up to the woman's arrest and the charges she faces.
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Category: News Published: August 20, 2026 Source: Star Tribune Reading time: 1 min
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