Transgender Suspect Arrested for Plotting Attack on Trump Officials

Ryan Michael English, a 24-year-old from Massachusetts who identifies as Riley Jane, was arrested in Washington D.C. for allegedly plotting to assassinate several high-profile Republicans, including Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and House Speaker Mike Johnson. English approached Capitol Police, voluntarily confessing to having knives and homemade Molotov cocktails, and expressed intentions to harm these officials. Police found additional bomb-making materials in English's vehicle, and a note suggested a motive related to perceived threats against transgender individuals. The case has drawn attention due to the suspect's transgender identity and has raised concerns about the potential for politically motivated violence. English faces multiple charges, including unlawful possession of explosives and weapons on Capitol grounds. This incident follows a broader dialogue regarding violence and threats against political figures amid heightened tensions in American politics.