Trump orders probe into Democrats over alleged threats

President Donald Trump has ordered the U.S. Department of Justice to investigate Democrats for alleged "threats and extortion," accusing them of a "criminal act" over impeachment threats, without providing evidence. In a Truth Social post, Trump claimed Democrats are threatening officials, including the Attorney General, with impeachment and other punishments despite admitting no grounds exist. He also alleged Democrats sent threatening letters and intimidated Republican donors. The order follows Democratic election victories and statements by Congressman Jamie Raskin about possible impeachment hearings for Attorney General Todd Blanche, plus Republican Thomas Massie's push for a vote on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.