Feds Charge ISIS-Inspired Teens with Terror, Trump Touts Completed Iran Operation

Mayor Mamdani condemns IED attacks outside his residence, while Trump outlines results of Operation Epic Fury

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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Two teenagers have been charged with material support to ISIS after allegedly throwing improvised explosive devices (IEDs) during a protest outside the New York City Mayor's mansion. Mayor Zohran Mamdani has condemned the teens' actions, after previously avoiding directly criticizing radical Islamists. Meanwhile, former President Trump has declared that the military operation in Iran, dubbed "Operation Epic Fury", is "very much complete" and outlined its accomplishments at a Republican Congressional retreat.

Why it matters

The charges against the ISIS-inspired teens highlight the ongoing threat of homegrown terrorism, even in major U.S. cities. Mayor Mamdani's initial reluctance to condemn the radical Islamist elements behind the protest raises questions about political leaders' willingness to directly address extremism. Trump's comments on the Iran operation come amid continued tensions in the Middle East and debates over the use of military force.

The details

According to authorities, the two teenagers, whose names have not been released due to their age, are accused of throwing IEDs during a protest outside the New York City Mayor's mansion. The protest was organized by a group with alleged ties to the Islamic State (ISIS) terrorist organization. Mayor Mamdani initially avoided directly criticizing the radical Islamist elements behind the protest, but has since condemned the teens' actions. Former President Trump, speaking at a Republican Congressional retreat, declared that the military operation in Iran, dubbed "Operation Epic Fury", is "very much complete" and outlined its accomplishments, including the targeting of Iranian nuclear facilities and the elimination of key terrorist leaders.

  • The protest outside the NYC Mayor's mansion occurred on March 5, 2026.
  • The two teenagers were charged with material support to ISIS on March 10, 2026.
  • Former President Trump made his comments about Operation Epic Fury at a Republican Congressional retreat on March 8, 2026.

The players

Zohran Mamdani

The current mayor of New York City.

Donald Trump

The former President of the United States who oversaw Operation Epic Fury in Iran.

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What they’re saying

“We must not allow individuals to engage in acts of terror, no matter their motivation or affiliation.”

— Zohran Mamdani, Mayor of New York City (New York Times)

“Operation Epic Fury was a tremendous success. We dealt a major blow to Iran's nuclear capabilities and eliminated key terrorist leaders.”

— Donald Trump (Fox News)

What’s next

The two teenagers charged with material support to ISIS are expected to appear in federal court next week, where a judge will determine whether they will be held without bail pending trial.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing threat of homegrown terrorism and the challenges faced by political leaders in addressing extremism, while also underscoring the continued tensions and use of military force in the Middle East.