(LOOTPRESS) – Ed Martin, the acting U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, has initiated inquiries into public statements made by Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer and Representative Robert Garcia (D-CA) over concerns they may constitute threats against Supreme Court justices and federal employees.
According to an internal memo obtained by CBS News, Martin’s office is investigating whether Schumer and Garcia’s remarks posed a danger to Supreme Court justices and employees of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)—a newly created federal agency linked to billionaire Elon Musk, a Trump ally.
Martin Cites Schumer’s 2020 Remarks
Martin’s memo, titled “Operation Whirlwind,” argues that Schumer made a threatening statement at a March 2020 abortion rights rally, where he said:
“I want to tell you, Gorsuch, I want to tell you Kavanaugh, you have released the whirlwind and you will pay the price. You won’t know what hit you if you go forward with these awful decisions.”
While Schumer clarified at the time that his comments were not a physical threat, Martin claims he attempted to reach out to Schumer for further explanation but received no response.
Garcia Under Scrutiny for DOGE Comments
Martin is also reviewing a recent statement made by Rep. Robert Garcia regarding Musk and DOGE, in which Garcia said:
“What I think is really important and what the American public want is for us to bring actual weapons to this bar fight. This is an actual fight for democracy, for the future of this country.”
Garcia’s office dismissed the inquiry, calling it a political move by a Trump ally. In a statement, Garcia said:
“No reasonable person would view my comments as a threat. We are living in a dangerous time, and elected members of Congress must have the right to forcefully oppose the Trump administration. We will not be silenced.”
Concerns Over Martin’s Actions
Martin, who was appointed just hours after Trump’s inauguration, previously served as a defense attorney for some January 6 rioters and was involved in the “Stop the Steal” movement. He posts on social media under the handle “Ed the Eagle.”
His memo has raised concerns within the Justice Department, with two DOJ sources telling CBS News that his decision to publicly outline an ongoing investigation breaks from department policy.
Martin’s office has not responded to requests for comment.
