Threats against members of Congress and the Capitol complex climbed for the second year in a row in 2024, according to a report released by the United States Capitol Police Threat Assessment Section.
The report, released Feb. 3, identified 9,474 statements and threats against members of Congress — as well as their family and staff — which USCP investigated in 2024.
The number, which encompasses statements ranging from direct threats to online anonymous posts, represents a significant jump from the 8,008 cases reported in 2023. The report notes that these types of threats tend to increase during an election year.
USCP investigated a record-high number of cases in 2021, with 9,625.
“Our team has completed all of the 103 Inspector General recommendations regarding the safety of the U.S. Capitol after January 6, but we must keep working to ensure the safety of the Congress while the Members are away from Capitol Grounds,” said U.S. Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger. “We must continue to enhance our protective and intelligence operations to keep up with this evolving threat environment.”
