FBI says woman plotted to blow up New York state Capitol, 'destroy as much of the building as possible'
A woman was arrested and charged with planning to use an explosive device to attack the New York State Capitol building. Federal officials say she was inspired by a militant group and intended to cause significant damage. The case was announced by the FBI.
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3 developments- Aug 20FBI foils alleged ISIS-inspired bomb plot targeting New York Capitol
- Aug 21FBI says woman plotted to blow up New York state Capitol, 'destroy as much of the building as possible'
- Aug 21Albany woman charged in alleged ISIS-inspired plot to bomb New York State Capitol
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Quiet for 57 daysLast development · Aug 21 — Albany woman charged in alleged ISIS-inspired plot to bomb New York State Capitol