Rep. Michael G. Grimm (R,C-NY) issued the following statement on the FBI’s arrest of a Moroccan man planning a suicide attack on the U.S. Capitol:
“As a former FBI agent, I want to applaud my fellow agents for another outstanding job. This foiled plot to launch an attack on our nation’s capital serves as a reminder to us all that we must remain vigilant. The unfortunate reality is that America and its big cities, like New York and Washington, DC, remain prime targets for those who wish to do us harm. This is why I fully support efforts to keep our military strong and our law enforcement agents well-equipped with the tools they need to protect the American people.
“The U.S. Capitol building stands as the ultimate symbol of our freedom and liberty, and as a member of Congress, this terror plot hits close to home. However, we must remember not to hold all Moroccans responsible for the acts of a few radical individuals. As the co-chair of the House Morocco Caucus, I am proud of our close relationship with Morocco and the values they share with the United States. They remain a vital strategic and economic partner and we should not allow the actions of a few extremists to keep us from strengthening our strong, long-standing friendship.”
