Pakistani man arrested in failed attempt to kill US politicians charged with terrorism

A Pakistani alleged to have plotted to kill prominent politicians in the U.S. has now been charged with terrorism, according to court documents.

Asif Merchant, 46, is charged with attempting to commit an act of terrorism that transcends national boundaries as well as murder for hire, according to a court document released Tuesday.

A native of Pakistan with family in Iran, his target in the foiled plot was alleged to be a U.S. politician and official – possibly former President Donald Trump.