Eighth Individual Charged in Thwarted UFC Terror Plot; Former House Intel Chair Comments on Political Rhetoric

An eighth person has been charged in connection with a thwarted plot targeting the Freedom 250 Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) event at the White House. Former House Intelligence Committee Chair Mike Rogers, who is running for Senate in Michigan, stated that escalating rhetoric from the left is contributing to violence. He claimed that language labeling opponents as 'Nazis' and 'anti-American' could incite individuals to commit violent acts. Rogers indicated that all eight suspects are accused of conspiring to use explosive-laden drones to trigger a mass evacuation of the June 14 event before directing fleeing crowds toward pre-positioned shooters. He emphasized the importance of controlling political rhetoric to prevent radical behavior. The suspects allegedly used a Telegram chat to plan the attack and had acquired drones, firearms, and other tactical equipment. The plot was foiled with assistance from a tip provided by the mother of one of the suspects.