Trump asks Justice to investigate Democrats over alleged threat of impeachment

Trump accuses Democrats of extortion and political persecution without evidence, urging the Justice Department to investigate. He claims Democratic leaders sent threats to innocent individuals and Republican donors. This comes after Republicans faced losses in the midterm elections, giving Democrats potential leverage for impeachment proceedings against Trump, although no plans have been announced. Republican Thomas Massie has proposed impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, which may receive Democratic support. Trump has faced two previous impeachment attempts, both resulting in acquittals by the Senate.