A post by @FirstSquawk on X.

President Trump directed the Justice Department to investigate Democrats he says are threatening many people, alleging a criminal act. The order, announced via First Squawk, marks an escalation of Trump's push for federal scrutiny of his political opponents. No specific individuals, charges or timeline were named, leaving the scope of the probe unclear. The move matters because it signals further politicization of federal law enforcement and could shape the political backdrop for markets. Watch for the Justice Department's formal response and any named targets to gauge how far the investigation may reach.