Governor Sam Brownback today issued a statement following an arrest made by the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force.

“I appreciate the diligence of the FBI and members of the Joint Terrorism Task Force, including the Kansas Highway Patrol and Kansas Bureau of Investigation, for working together to successfully thwart this potential attack. The state has worked hard to enhance the collaborative efforts of local, state and federal partners in matters of homeland security and to protect Kansans.

“The investigation is ongoing and today’s arrest serves as a reminder that even here in America’s heartland we must remain vigilant against threats to our nation.”

U.S. Senator Pat Roberts also released a statement.

“I want to strongly commend the FBI and other agencies whose excellent work has averted a disaster. It is another example of why we Americans must be ever vigilant.”