Event Brief
FBI says sting operation targeted alleged Capitol bombing
By The BriefBrief · Sources (13)
Filed: Aug 21, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET
Summary: The FBI said it used a sting operation in an investigation into an alleged plot to bomb the New York State Capitol building in Albany. Authorities described the case as involving an attempted plan to carry out an attack on the state capitol.
WHO: FBI
WHAT: The FBI said it used a sting operation as part of an investigation into an alleged plot to bomb the New York State Capitol building.
WHEN: Aug 21, 2026 at 6:47 AM ET
WHERE: Albany, New York
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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