Story perspectives

FBI Investigates Terror Plot Linked to Anti-Islam Protest

3/10/2026

Summary

Story summary

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and New York officials are investigating a terrorism case near Gracie Mansion on March 7, 2026.
Two suspects from Pennsylvania, Emir Balat and Ibrahim Kayumi, were arrested after one device ignited but did not detonate.
Mamdani condemned the anti-Islam protest organized by far-right influencer Jake Lang as rooted in bigotry, and a federal terrorism investigation is underway with warrants expected in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

1 of 1

Story summary

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and New York officials are investigating a terrorism case near Gracie Mansion on March 7, 2026.
Two suspects from Pennsylvania, Emir Balat and Ibrahim Kayumi, were arrested after one device ignited but did not detonate.
Mamdani condemned the anti-Islam protest organized by far-right influencer Jake Lang as rooted in bigotry, and a federal terrorism investigation is underway with warrants expected in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.