John Mueller of the Cato Institute analyzes 70 cases of Islamist terrorism in the U.S. since 9/11, noting that more than half involved government informants. He highlights the Newberg case as unique because the FBI pushed the defendants to actually attempt to "push the button" on fake explosives. The plot was further complicated by the government's insistence on including Stinger missiles and synagogues to ensure federal jurisdiction and maximum sentencing.