Teen Arrested in Alleged ISIS, Self Plot

Federal authorities arrested and charged an unnamed 17-year-old from McKinney, Texas, on Oct. 5; he remains in custody, accused of plotting to assassinate Rep. Keith Self at an Oct. 17 event and carry out an ISIS-linked attack in North Texas. Reports say the teen acquired a firearm, but authorities have not publicly detailed the case, and the FBI has not publicly confirmed the allegations. Self said he and his family are safe, thanked law enforcement and said the threat would not deter him from public service. The alleged plot has heightened security concerns among area lawmakers, including Rep. Beth Van Duyne, who said she strengthened her security measures. Self’s Democratic opponent, Evan Hunt, condemned political violence.