Smoke and Scuffles Erupt as Far-Right Rally Near Gracie Mansion Turns Violent
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A far-right rally near Gracie Mansion in Manhattan escalated into violence as counterprotesters clashed with attendees; two smoking devices packed with nuts, bolts, screws and a fuse were thrown, with investigators assessing whether they were live explosives. The FBI joined the probe as six people were arrested, including the alleged thrower and a supplier, and charges are pending. The mayor and his wife were not home, and officials condemned the event as Islamophobic.
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