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Federal agents thwarted an alleged terrorism plot targeting LGBTQ+-friendly establishments in Ferndale, Michigan.

Two 20-year-old men were charged with firearm and ammunition offenses with the intent to commit terrorism.

Local officials and business owners expressed gratitude to the FBI for preventing potential violence.

Ferndale's top law enforcement officer said the city may have bourne the brunt of brutal violence but for the swift actions of federal agents to thwart what prosecutors call a terrorism plot.

The statement from Ferndale Police Chief Dennis Emmi echoes those from elected leaders and business owners in the area: They are thankful federal officials stopped an alleged plot to attack LGTBQ+-friendly establishments in Ferndale.

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