US charges woman for allegedly plotting attack on New York State Capitol
Summary
The FBI arrested Jessica Bowie for allegedly planning an attack on the New York State Capitol after pledging loyalty to ISIL. She was accused of trying to build a bomb and buy weapons, with help from undercover informants.Key Facts
- Jessica Bowie, 35, was arrested for plotting an attack on the New York State Capitol.
- She allegedly pledged loyalty to ISIL, a group labeled as a foreign terrorist organization by the U.S. since 2004.
- Bowie communicated with FBI informants over encrypted apps and expressed her intent to kill lawmakers.
- The informants gave her $200 to buy bomb-making materials and later helped her buy a firearm and ammo.
- Police arrested Bowie before she could carry out the attack.
- Bowie admitted she knew supporting terrorism could mean up to 20 years in prison.
- The case involved controversial FBI tactics using confidential informants, which critics say can pressure suspects into plots.
- A past case, the “Newburgh Four,” highlighted concerns about these methods, as the main informant played a major role in encouraging the plot.
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