By — Associated Press Associated Press Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-schumer-says-trump-called-for-execution-of-democratic-lawmakers-a-deadly-serious-threat Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter WATCH: Schumer says Trump called for execution of Democratic lawmakers, a ‘deadly serious’ threat Politics Nov 20, 2025 2:11 PM EST Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., warned Thursday that President Donald Trump’s threats against Democratic lawmakers on social media could have deadly consequences. Watch the clip in the video player above. “He is lighting a match in a country soaked with political gasoline,” Schumer said, adding that Trump’s execution threats could incite his followers to violence. WATCH LIVE: White House holds news briefing after Trump signs release of Epstein files Schumer called on Republicans to denounce the president’s comments. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now By — Associated Press Associated Press
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., warned Thursday that President Donald Trump’s threats against Democratic lawmakers on social media could have deadly consequences. Watch the clip in the video player above. “He is lighting a match in a country soaked with political gasoline,” Schumer said, adding that Trump’s execution threats could incite his followers to violence. WATCH LIVE: White House holds news briefing after Trump signs release of Epstein files Schumer called on Republicans to denounce the president’s comments. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now