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FBI says woman plotted to blow up New York state Capitol, 'destroy as much of the building as possible'
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Johan Sheridan , as published by KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· August 21, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The woman, identified as Jessica Bowie, was taken into custody. The FBI is involved in the investigation, and more information is available from federal officials, who will hold the press conference to provide updates on the case.
Federal officials have scheduled a press conference to discuss the case of a woman accused of planning a violent act. The woman, identified as Jessica Bowie, was taken into custody. Authorities allege she planned to carry out an attack in support of a terrorist organization.
Further details about the allegations are expected to be released during the press conference. The case involves a plot to target a government building.
The FBI is involved in the investigation, and more information is available from federal officials, who will hold the press conference to provide updates on the case.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 21, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
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