Five people were arrested from states including Ohio, Missouri and California, said a law enforcement official familiar with the matter.

According to investigators, the alleged conspiracy involved the use of explosive-laden drones to strike buildings near the event venue.

The FBI arrested suspects in Ohio, Missouri, Nebraska, and California over the weekend. Authorities said the investigation remains ongoing.

The FBI arrested five people accused of planning an attack targeting the White House UFC fight, including politicians connected to AIPAC.