Pakistani National Charged with Terrorism in Foiled Plot to Assassinate U.S. Politicians

Sep 11, 2024, 03:18 PM

A Pakistani national with ties to Iran has been charged in connection with a foiled plot to assassinate U.S. politicians and government officials. The individual, identified as Merchant, has been indicted on terrorism charges. The plot, which was orchestrated by Merchant, aimed to target high-profile U.S. political figures but was successfully thwarted by authorities. The Department of Justice and the FBI have been involved in the investigation. Merchant was arrested in the failed attempt.