Democratic staff on a House committee allege Trump allies used Freedom 250 to redirect the nation’s 250th anniversary planning toward political fundraising, donor confusion, voter-data collection and Christian nationalist programming. The interim report has not been adopted by the full committee.
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Federal authorities charged five men with plotting to attack a White House UFC event using explosive drones and snipers. Prosecutors said the plan targeted “high value targets” and was disrupted before it could be carried out.
FBI Director Kash Patel said federal authorities disrupted alleged planned attacks targeting a UFC event at the White House. At least five people were arrested, and officials said more details were expected in court filings.
FBI Director Kash Patel said multiple people were taken into custody after authorities disrupted an alleged plot targeting Sunday’s UFC America 250 event at the White House. CBS News reported the alleged plan involved explosive drones, snipers and an attempt to storm a White House gate.
The UFC staged “Freedom 250” on the White House South Lawn, with Justin Gaethje winning the undisputed lightweight title as President Donald Trump celebrated his 80th birthday. The event drew praise from fans and criticism over sponsors, business ties and the use of White House grounds for a private sporting event.
Trump held separate calls with Putin and Zelenskyy as the Ukraine war loomed over the upcoming G7 summit. Russian officials said Trump pushed for an end to hostilities, while Zelenskyy said he and Trump agreed to continue talks at the summit.
The White House will host its first UFC event Sunday, with Ilia Topuria facing Justin Gaethje on the South Lawn as storms threaten the evening schedule. A judge rejected a last-minute lawsuit seeking to block the fight, which coincides with Trump’s 80th birthday and America’s 250th anniversary celebrations.