Washington DC, Oct. 31 -- FBI Director Kash Patel on Friday said he averted a potential terrorist attack and made several arrests in Michigan.

Patel alleged that the people were plotting a violent attack over Halloween weekend.

In a post on X, he said, "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. More details to come. Thanks to the men and women of FBI and law enforcement everywhere standing guard 24/7 and crushing our mission to defend the homeland."

He further said, "The FBI stopped a potential terrorist attack in Michigan before it could unfold. Thanks to swift action and coordination with our partners, a vi...