US charges woman with plot to blow up New York State Capitol

Authorities have charged Jessica Bowie, 35, with a terrorism offense for allegedly plotting to attack the New York State Capitol building in Albany. Court filings revealed that Bowie, who had reportedly converted to Islam, expressed her intent to an FBI informant to "destroy as much of the building as possible and kill the senators while they are meeting."

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I want to destroy as much of the building as possible and kill the senators while they are meeting. I want them to lose a lot of important documents as well.

Bowie, described as a vocal online supporter of the Islamic State group, allegedly sought guidance on manufacturing explosives and planned to use a food delivery disguise to infiltrate the Capitol. She reportedly told the informant she would "make it a point to have picnics by the capital to observe" security measures. The criminal complaint also indicates she discussed acquiring anarchist literature for potential tips.

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I want to destroy as much of the building as possible and kill the senators while they are meeting. I want them to lose a lot of important documents as well.

According to the complaint, Bowie was arrested on August 19 by FBI agents after acquiring bomb components, including nails for shrapnel, and a DoorDash bag. She allegedly told agents, "There's no helping me, you guys know enough." Bowie was scheduled to appear in court on Thursday. Her attorney did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

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There's no helping me, you guys know enough.