Armed Man Arrested at Capitol After Threatening to Kill Trump Cabinet Members – EVOL

A man arrested Monday after allegedly bringing two Molotov cocktails to the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., said he initially intended to kill House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., and newly confirmed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, federal prosecutors said.

Ryan English turned himself in to the U.S. Capitol Police, saying he had two Molotov cocktails made with 50 milliliter Absolut Vodka bottles and multiple knives, according to court documents. He is charged with carrying a firearm, dangerous weapon, explosive or incendiary device on Capitol grounds and unlawful receipt or possession of a firearm.

During a search, officers found English with a folding knife and Molotov cocktails in his jacket pockets, authorities said.

“USCP K9s swept and cleared the area, while other USCP officers and agents tracked down English’s car along the 900 block of Independence Avenue, SW,” the Capitol Police statement said. “Investigators uncovered materials to make additional Molotov cocktails inside the vehicle.”

He allegedly told investigators that he intended to kill Bessent, who was confirmed to lead the Treasury Department on Monday.

A receipt found in English’s pants pocket had a message that read:

“Judith dear god I am so sorry. You must understand

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