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NewsWPLG Local 10 – PoliticsJuly 16, 2026United States

Two men plead not guilty in alleged plot to attack White House event

Two of eight men charged in a federal conspiracy case involving an alleged plot to attack a UFC event at the White House have entered not guilty pleas. The defendants are accused of planning a drone and sniper attack.

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Why It Matters

The legal proceedings determine the criminal liability of individuals accused of plotting a violent attack against a federal facility and a high-profile public event.

Key Facts

  • Eight men were indicted on federal conspiracy charges related to an alleged plot to attack a UFC event.
  • Two of the eight defendants entered not guilty pleas on Thursday.
  • The alleged plot involved the use of drones and snipers.
  • The target of the alleged attack was a UFC cage-fighting show scheduled for the White House lawn.

Who's Mentioned

locationWhite House“The site of the alleged planned attack.”locationColumbus“Location of the reporting.”organizationUFC“The organization hosting the cage-fighting show.”personDonald Trump“President whose UFC event was allegedly targeted.”