An 18-year-old, Angelina Han Hicks, was taken into custody in North Carolina and charged with conspiracy to commit murder and assault related to members of Congregation Beth Israel, a historic Jewish place of worship in Texas.

A juvenile suspect, identified as 16 years old, was separately arrested in Texas and charged with conspiracy to commit capital murder, authorities said.The Federal Bureau of Investigation said its Charlotte Joint Terrorism Task Force launched the investigation following a tip received earlier this week.

The Houston Police Department said there was no indication of any ongoing credible threat after the arrests.Court records allege the conspiracy involved plans to “kill as many Jews as possible” by driving through a congregation at a synagogue.

A judge ordered Hicks detained on a $10 million bond, citing concerns over public safety and potential communication with alleged co-conspirators.Authorities said the timeline outlined in warrants pointed to a possible attack in 2028, though prosecutors indicated concerns that the threat could have been more immediate.

Investigators have not publicly disclosed a motive.The synagogue temporarily closed earlier this week as a precaution following warnings from law enforcement but has since reopened, according to community officials. The Jewish Federation of Greater Houston said security remains a priority.

The case comes amid heightened concerns over attacks targeting Jewish institutions. Last month, an armed individual drove a vehicle into a synagogue in Michigan, underscoring growing security challenges faced by such communities.

Hicks’ legal counsel said the case remains at an early stage, with further investigation expected. Her next court appearance is scheduled for May 13.

Manhattan Assistant District Attorney Candace White told jurors during opening statements on Tuesday that the case would hinge on “power, control and manipulation,” alleging that Weinstein used his influence in the entertainment industry to exploit the complainant.

Defense attorney Jacob Kaplan countered that the case was about “consent, choice and regret,” maintaining Weinstein’s longstanding position that the encounter in question was consensual.The retrial focuses on a single rape charge tied to an alleged 2013 incident involving Jessica Mann in a Manhattan hotel room. The case remains unresolved after a prior conviction was overturned and a subsequent trial ended in a jury deadlock.

Prosecutors allege that Weinstein ignored Mann’s objections, demanded she undress and restrained her during the encounter. Mann has testified previously that she complied out of fear and a desire to leave the situation.

The defense is expected to highlight the continued contact between the two following the alleged incident, including messages and meetings that they argue reflect a consensual relationship.

Weinstein, 73, has pleaded not guilty and has denied all allegations of sexual assault, stating earlier this year that while he had acted improperly in his personal life, he never committed criminal acts. He has not testified in prior trials, and it remains unclear whether he will take the stand in this proceeding.

Judge Curtis Farber is revisiting evidentiary issues as the retrial unfolds, including whether additional witnesses may testify. Prosecutors are seeking to introduce testimony from a friend of Mann’s, while also indicating they may call a court officer regarding a remark allegedly made by Weinstein in 2020 if he testifies.

The defense has objected to both requests.The case has been narrowed compared to earlier trials, which included multiple accusers and charges. Jurors are expected to hear detailed accounts of Weinstein’s relationship with Mann, both before and after the alleged assault, as attorneys on both sides seek to frame the nature of their interactions.

Weinstein was once a dominant figure in Hollywood, producing films such as “Pulp Fiction” and “Shakespeare in Love,” before his career collapsed in 2017 amid widespread allegations of sexual misconduct that helped fuel the global #MeToo movement.

Emir Balat, 18, and Ibrahim Kayumi, 19, both from the Philadelphia area, entered their pleas during a brief court appearance following their arrest over an alleged March 7 incident targeting an anti-Islam demonstration outside Gracie Mansion, according to court filings and statements from federal prosecutors.

Authorities allege the two men traveled from Pennsylvania to New York with the intent to carry out an attack on the protest, which was organized by activist Jake Lang, a critic of Mayor Zohran Mamdani.

Prosecutors said the defendants deployed two improvised explosive devices containing triacetone triperoxide (TATP) and shrapnel, but the devices failed to detonate.No injuries were reported, and law enforcement officers detained the suspects shortly after the attempted attack.

The mayor and his wife were not present at the residence at the time, officials said.According to a federal complaint, investigators recovered dashcam footage from the suspects’ vehicle in which they allegedly discussed plans to kill as many as 60 people in an effort to “start terror.”

Prosecutors also said the defendants told police they were motivated by the Daesh group.Balat’s legal counsel declined to comment following the hearing, while attorneys representing Kayumi did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

The case highlights ongoing concerns among U.S. authorities over self-radicalized individuals and the use of easily assembled explosive materials such as TATP, which has been used in several past attacks due to its relative accessibility despite its volatility.

The defendants are scheduled to return to court on June 16.

The incident has intensified tensions between federal agencies, local law enforcement, elected officials, and residents, deepening concerns over accountability and the use of force.

The shooting occurred during an attempt by federal immigration agents to detain Alex Pretti, a US citizen, in a busy area of Minneapolis.

Officials from the federal government stated that the agents acted in self defence after being assaulted, a claim that has since been questioned by video footage recorded by bystanders.

Footage reviewed by independent observers shows Pretti holding a mobile phone rather than a firearm during the confrontation.

The videos appear to capture him attempting to intervene after agents pushed several protesters to the ground, moments before the situation escalated.

In the recordings, Pretti can be seen raising his arm defensively as an agent deploys pepper spray.
Several agents then restrain him, forcing him onto the ground as voices are heard shouting warnings about a possible weapon.

Shortly afterward, one agent appears to step away holding a gun believed to have been removed from Pretti.

Despite this, additional footage shows an officer firing multiple shots into Pretti’s back while he was restrained on the ground.

Federal officials have insisted that the agents involved were under threat and acted according to protocol.

Senior figures repeated that the officers were the victims in the encounter, a position that has drawn sharp criticism from city leaders.

The Minneapolis police chief stated publicly that the videos do not support claims that Pretti brandished a weapon.

He described the federal account as deeply troubling and said there was no evidence presented to local police indicating immediate danger to the agents.

The shooting marks the second fatal incident involving federal officers in Minneapolis this month.

Earlier in January, another US citizen was killed during a separate federal operation, further inflaming public anger and distrust.

Community response has been swift and emotional.

Residents gathered at a makeshift memorial in freezing conditions, leaving flowers and candles while demanding answers and transparency.

Business leaders from major Minnesota based companies released a joint appeal urging calm and cooperation among all levels of government.

While they avoided taking a stance on the shooting itself, they called for immediate de escalation and collaborative solutions.

National political figures also weighed in. Former leaders warned that fundamental values were being eroded and urged an end to what they described as excessive force.

Protests have continued across Minneapolis, though some areas remained calm following the shooting.

Demonstrations have also spread to other major US cities, driven by opposition politicians and civil rights advocates.

Legal action followed rapidly after the incident. A federal judge issued an order preventing the destruction or alteration of evidence, ensuring that all material related to the shooting is preserved.

State and local authorities have demanded access to the investigation. Federal agencies, however, have so far declined to allow local participation, fueling further criticism and suspicion.

As hearings approach, pressure is mounting on federal officials to reconcile their statements with the video evidence now widely viewed by the public.

The case has become a flashpoint in the broader national debate over immigration enforcement, policing authority, and the limits of federal power.