Woman charged with IS-inspired plot to bomb New York State Capitol
- Located in Albany near the Canadian border, the New York State Capitol is the nerve centre of the state government and houses both chambers of the state legislature.
- Jessica Bowie, 35, was charged with attempting to provide material support to designated "foreign terrorist organisations", according to court filings.
- The woman had allegedly converted to Islam and become a vocal online supporter of the Islamic State group, posting anti-American messages online, including support for the September 11, 2001 attackers.
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- Located in Albany near the Canadian border, the New York State Capitol is the nerve centre of the state government and houses both chambers of the state legislature.
- Jessica Bowie, 35, was charged with attempting to provide material support to designated "foreign terrorist organisations", according to court filings.
- The woman had allegedly converted to Islam and become a vocal online supporter of the Islamic State group, posting anti-American messages online, including support for the September 11, 2001 attackers.
Sources: France 24