Teens Arrested for Terror Plot at NYC Protest

0:00On March 10th, two young men from the Philadelphia suburbs face serious terrorism charges after trying to use homemade bombs at a protest near New York City's mayor's home 18-year-old Amir Balat and 19-year-old Ibrahim Khayumi were arrested Saturday outside Gracie Mansion. Officials say they admitted being inspired by the Islamic State group and through explosive devices containing a chemical called TATP along with nuts and bolts. The incident happened amid a small anti-Muslim rally and counter protests organized by a Christian nationalist figure. Photos captured Balat tossing the first smoking device, which fizzled out harmlessly before he dropped another near police and tried to flee. No one was hurt, and authorities quickly assured residents that loud bangs heard overnight pose no threat. Balat's lawyer describes him as a confused, high school senior dealing with personal issues, consisting he had little idea what he was doing and didn't. Know his co-defendant long, meanwhile, police commissioner Jessica Tish noted no links

1:04to the war in Iran, emphasizing the quick response prevented any harm. On Tuesday, the FBI announced they found more explosive materials in a Pennsylvania storage unit tied to the men, strengthening the case against them. Both remain in custody without bail on charges, like providing material support to a terrorist group and using a weapon of mass destruction as investigators continue piecing together their plans.