How many threats were investigated in 2024 for comparison?

The U.S. Capitol Police investigated 9,474 threats in 2024, compared to 14,938 in 2025.

What measures did the Capitol Police take to address the increase in threats?

The department tripled formal agreements with local law enforcement from about 115 to over 350, expanded the 24/7 Protective Intelligence Operations Center launched in 2024, and coordinated with House and Senate sergeants-at-arms.

What did Capitol Police Chief Michael Sullivan say about the situation?

Chief Sullivan stated that they strengthened partnerships with law enforcement nationwide to protect members away from Capitol Hill, emphasizing resources for enhanced protection critical to the democratic process, and urged reducing violent political rhetoric.

Is this increase part of a longer trend?

Yes, it marks the third consecutive annual increase, following 8,008 investigations in 2023 and 9,474 in 2024.

What types of threats were investigated?

The investigations covered concerning statements, behaviors, and communications, including social media posts and direct targeting, directed at members of Congress, their families, staff, and the Capitol Complex.

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Capitol Police Report Finds 14,938 Threats Against Lawmakers in 2025

The U.S. Capitol Police investigated 14,938 threatening statements, behaviors and communications targeting members of Congress in 2025.

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The U.S. Capitol Police said its Threat Assessment Section investigated 14,938 'concerning statements, behaviors and communications' directed at members of Congress, their families, staff and the Capitol Complex in 2025.

That total is 5,464 higher than the 9,474 investigations in 2024 and marks the third consecutive annual increase in threats, officials said.

Capitol Police Chief Michael Sullivan said the department tripled formal agreements with local law enforcement in 2025 to protect members in their home districts and urged reducing violent political rhetoric.

The department expanded its Protective and Intelligence Operations Center, launched in 2024, to process threats around the clock, and a Pew Research survey found 85% of Americans say politically inspired violence is rising.

The U.S. Capitol Police said it will continue coordination with the House and Senate sergeants-at-arms and local agencies to monitor and mitigate threats going forward.

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: The U.S. Capitol Police investigated 9,474 threats in 2024, compared to 14,938 in 2025.
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USCP Threat Assessment Cases for 2025
: The department tripled formal agreements with local law enforcement from about 115 to over 350, expanded the 24/7 Protective Intelligence Operations Center launched in 2024, and coordinated with House and Senate sergeants-at-arms.
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USCP Threat Assessment Cases for 2025
: Chief Sullivan stated that they strengthened partnerships with law enforcement nationwide to protect members away from Capitol Hill, emphasizing resources for enhanced protection critical to the democratic process, and urged reducing violent political rhetoric.
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Politico
: Yes, it marks the third consecutive annual increase, following 8,008 investigations in 2023 and 9,474 in 2024.
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WJLA
: The investigations covered concerning statements, behaviors, and communications, including social media posts and direct targeting, directed at members of Congress, their families, staff, and the Capitol Complex.
Sources:
Politico

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