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Trump Faces Backlash Over Call to Arrest Democrats

11/21/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump faced backlash after calling for the arrest of six Democratic lawmakers for seditious acts.
The White House said Trump sought accountability, not violence.
Karoline Leavitt, the White House press secretary, defended Trump and accused lawmakers of inciting defiance among military personnel.
House Democratic leaders sought Capitol Police protection, denouncing Trump’s rhetoric as disgusting and a catalyst for violence.

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U.S. President Donald Trump faced backlash after calling for the arrest of six Democratic lawmakers for seditious acts.
The White House said Trump sought accountability, not violence.
Karoline Leavitt, the White House press secretary, defended Trump and accused lawmakers of inciting defiance among military personnel.
House Democratic leaders sought Capitol Police protection, denouncing Trump’s rhetoric as disgusting and a catalyst for violence.