Texas man arrested for alleged plot to attack state Capitol

<p>A Texas man was arrested Wednesday after allegedly planning to attack the state Capitol, according to officials.</p><p>Benny Caldera Jr., 40, was taken into custody early Wednesday morning at his home in Converse, Texas. He was charged with the felony offense of making a terroristic threat against a public servant and taken to the Bexar County Jail.</p><p>The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) stated in a news release that it received "credible information" Tuesday about someone plotting a "violent attack" for Thursday on the Capitol.</p><p>DPS special agents worked alongside the FBI and local law enforcement agencies to investigate the threat.</p><p>Around 3 a.m. Wednesday, DPS SWAT arrested Caldera, who the agency described as the "main suspect," at his home and transported him to jail.</p><p>FBI Director Kash Patel commented on X, saying, "Outstanding work by @TxDPS. Proud of our @FBISanAntonio team for standing shoulder-to-shoulder with our state and local partners. Within HOURS of the tip, @TxDPS had the main suspect in custody — with @FBISanAntonio and local law enforcement assisting. Threaten Americans or our institutions and law enforcement will move FAST." </p><p>Caldera was released on a $75,000 bond.</p><p>Officials did not outline the specifics of the alleged planned attack or the nature of the credible information they received. DPS has not publicly identified any additional suspects.</p><p>DPS leadership notified Texas state legislators about the threat and Caldera's arrest. The agency stated that the Capitol remained open for regular operating hours.</p><p>DPS will have an increased presence at the Capitol to protect employees, state officials, and visitors.</p><p>The incident remains under investigation.</p><p>Texas Governor Greg Abbott stated on X, "Texas DPS and the FBI stopped a planned attack on the Texas Capitol. Texas will NOT tolerate threats of violence against our Capitol. Thank you, @TxDPS, for a job well done."</p><p>Fox News Digital reached out to DPS for additional information.</p>