A teenager planned a mass shooting at a prominent Hindu temple in Aurora, Illinois. Authorities uncovered the plot, preventing the attack.
Indian-American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi was present at the temple when the plan was discovered. He became emotional upon learning about the intended violence.
Krishnamoorthi expressed his concern over the increasing hate-fueled attacks targeting Indians in the United States. He stated that social media propaganda fuels such violence.
The investigation into this plot is ongoing. Officials are taking further action.