Massachusetts Woman Sentenced for Plot to Kill Treasury Secretary Bessent

A 26-year-old Massachusetts woman, Riley English, has been sentenced to just over six years in prison for her plot to assassinate US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. English admitted to driving to Washington D.C. in January 2025 with homemade firebombs, intending to kill Bessent on the day of his Senate confirmation hearing.

During her sentencing, English cited a severe mental health crisis and drug abuse as contributing factors to her actions. The court considered these circumstances in its decision. The incident highlights concerns about individuals acting on violent intentions fueled by personal struggles.