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Texas Capitol Plotter Arrested, Faces Terroristic Threat Charge

By Drooid · Oct 1, 2026, 2:34 AM UTC · How we work

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Benny Caldera Jr., 40, was arrested for plotting a violent attack on the Texas Capitol.
The arrest occurred around 3 a.m. on September 30, 2026, at his Converse, Texas home.
Texas Department of Public Safety special agents and the FBI led the investigation.
Caldera faces a felony terroristic threat charge and posted a $75,000 bond.
Senate secretary Patsy Spaw announced heightened Capitol security while legislators were notified.

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Story summary

Benny Caldera Jr., 40, was arrested for plotting a violent attack on the Texas Capitol.
The arrest occurred around 3 a.m. on September 30, 2026, at his Converse, Texas home.
Texas Department of Public Safety special agents and the FBI led the investigation.
Caldera faces a felony terroristic threat charge and posted a $75,000 bond.
Senate secretary Patsy Spaw announced heightened Capitol security while legislators were notified.