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During dueling protests outside Gracie Mansion — the official residence of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani — two Pennsylvania men allegedly threw improvised explosive devices toward an anti-Islam rally led by far-right activist Jake Lang. The devices, homemade bombs containing TATP explosives and shrapnel such as nuts, bolts, and screws, were ignited but failed to fully detonate, causing no injuries despite their lethal potential. The incident escalated from a small far-right demonstration against an alleged "Islamic takeover" into clashes with counterprotesters, leading to multiple arrests, including the two suspects. Federal authorities charged the men with terrorism-related offenses, including providing material support to ISIS, after they reportedly cited inspiration from the Islamic State group, and one expressed intent to surpass the impact of the Boston Marathon bombing.WE ALSO COVER: Oil prices continue to rise Pro-Iran propaganda on social media Zooey Deschanel reviews Crumbl James Talarico calls out Christians "Star Trek: Starfleet Academy" tricked Pat Gray1:30:51 Doug Burgum on DC's 4th of July Plans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices