Trump Accuses Democrats of 'Extortion at the Highest Level' Over Impeachment Threats

US President Donald Trump accused Democrats of threatening impeachment against the attorney general and other officials, calling it "extortion at the highest level." He ordered the Justice Department to immediately investigate these actions. Trump stated Democrats admit there is no basis for impeachment but continue threats, which he described as using power and the legal system as a weapon. He also claimed Democrats threaten prison for Republican donors and accused Senator Elissa Slotkin of targeting young conservatives. The president's directive follows Republican electoral losses and internal administration turmoil, including a Republican congressman's push to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Trump has reportedly consulted advisors about Hegseth's position while publicly denying consideration of his replacement.