The FBI just stopped what could have been a Halloween horror story in real life, and no, it didn’t involve candy or costumes, but a suspected ISIS-linked terror plot right in the heart of Michigan. On Friday, federal agents swooped in and arrested five individuals in Dearborn and Inkster, two cities outside Detroit, shutting down what authorities say was a violent attack in the making. The operation was part of a broader investigation into a domestic cell reportedly inspired by ISIS ideology. FBI Director Kash Patel made the announcement on X, confirming that the Bureau had successfully prevented a terrorist attack over Halloween weekend. “This morning the FBI thwarted a potential terrorist attack and arrested multiple subjects in Michigan who were allegedly plotting a violent attack over Halloween weekend,” Patel said. BREAKING: FBI thwarts 'potential terrorist attack,' arrests multiple people in Michigan, Patel says pic.twitter.com/VahlxZZUGn — Fox News (@FoxNews) October 31, 2025 ISIS-Inspired Halloween ‘Pumpkin Day’ Terror Plot in Michigan Thwarted – ages 16-20s pic.twitter.com/kozS3xUJoO — Adi (@Adi13) October 31, 2025 Officials briefed on the case said the suspects were being tracked for several days before federal agents made the arrests. The group allegedly referred to their plan as a…

Illinois Bill Seeks to Block Courthouse Immigration Arrests — A Republican Take State lawmakers moved to limit federal civil immigration arrests at courthouses. The bill creates a private right to sue and potential damages for affected court participants. Supporters say courthouses must be safe; opponents warn it undermines federal enforcement and public safety. Illinois lawmakers passed a bill on Friday prohibiting federal agents from making immigration arrests near courthouses. The move was approved largely along party lines and immediately drew fire for stepping into an area traditionally handled by the federal government. From a Republican view, this is a risky state power grab that could hamper law enforcement and public safety. The measure also allows lawsuits when people believe their constitutional rights were violated during civil immigration arrests. It creates a path for civil damages, including claims for false imprisonment when a migrant attending a court hearing or appearing as a party or witness is arrested. That legal exposure could chill cooperation with courts and make courthouse security more complicated. The legislation was sent to Democrat Gov. JB Pritzker's desk; his office said he supports the idea and will review the proposal when it reaches his desk. Supporters argue the…