Trump asks Justice Department to probe Democrats over impeachment threats

President Donald Trump has asked the Justice Department to investigate Democrats for criminal extortion over their threats to impeach members of his administration. Democrats have promised to investigate Trump and officials like Attorney General Todd Blanche and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth when they take control of Congress in January. Trump called the threats "extortion at the highest level" on Truth Social, saying those responsible should face prison. With committee control in both chambers, Democrats can subpoena officials and hold hearings on topics including Trump family business dealings, contracts with Elon Musk, federal cuts, immigration policy, and the Iran war. Some Democrats have called for impeachment, though the party has not formally considered it.