Trump orders Justice Department to investigate Democrats

US President Donald Trump has ordered the Justice Department to investigate Democrats, accusing them of "intimidating many people". He announced the move on his Truth Social page, describing the Democrats' conduct as "criminal" without providing evidence.

In Tuesday's midterm elections the Democrats captured control of both chambers of Congress, and Democratic lawmakers had said they would pursue investigations into Trump's administration. Trump also said his cabinet members were being threatened with removal from office.