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Senator Slotkin Under Investigation Amid Trump Intimidation Claims

1/15/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Elissa Slotkin, a Democratic Senator from Michigan, said she is under investigation by U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro for involvement in a video.
Slotkin accused U.S. President Donald Trump of intimidation against lawmakers.
She reported threats, including bomb threats at her home.
Other Democratic lawmakers, including Jason Crow, Maggie Goodlander, and Chrissy Houlahan, have also been contacted by federal prosecutors regarding the video.

History

Historical Context

The January 6, 2021, Capitol Riot stemmed from widespread false claims of election fraud following the 2020 presidential election. Thousands of Trump supporters, incited by his rhetoric, stormed the Capitol to disrupt the certification of Joe Biden's victory. The FBI reported over 800 arrests, revealing a significant threat to lawmakers and highlighting the enduring impact of political violence on U.S. governance and public safety.

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Story summary

Elissa Slotkin, a Democratic Senator from Michigan, said she is under investigation by U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro for involvement in a video.
Slotkin accused U.S. President Donald Trump of intimidation against lawmakers.
She reported threats, including bomb threats at her home.
Other Democratic lawmakers, including Jason Crow, Maggie Goodlander, and Chrissy Houlahan, have also been contacted by federal prosecutors regarding the video.

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