FBI Foils ISIS‑Inspired Halloween Plot in Michigan

The FBI said it thwarted a planned ISIS‑inspired violent attack in Michigan timed for Halloween weekend, announcing early‑morning raids in the Detroit suburbs of Dearborn and Inkster. Officials say the probe grew from months of online monitoring and chatroom conversations in which an undercover operative reportedly participated. Authorities seized firearms, computers and mobile devices and said suspects had discussed “pumpkin day” and practiced weapons use at a shooting range. Reports conflict on the number of people detained: some outlets reported five arrests (ages 16–20), while others say two people were arrested and three more were questioned, including at least one juvenile. Local police and the FBI’s Detroit office said there is no ongoing threat to the community. FBI Director Kash Patel posted details on X and thanked law‑enforcement personnel; some coverage noted recent criticism of him over use of a private FBI jet.