Trump warns Democrats of ‘ugly’ fallout if impeached again, claims he has ‘a lot of information’

Donald Trump said he had declined criminal investigations into political rivals but hinted another impeachment attempt could change his stance
President Donald Trump's warning came ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, as Democrats seek to regain control of Congress (AP Photo)
President Donald Trump's warning came ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, as Democrats seek to regain control of Congress (AP Photo)

WASHINGTON, DC: President Donald Trump on Thursday, October 15, warned that “things could get ugly” if Democrats pursue another impeachment after the November 3 midterm elections, claiming that he has critical information about Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama and Joe Biden.

In an interview with Newsmax, Trump suggested that he could reconsider pursuing criminal investigations of his political opponents if Democrats move to impeach him for a third time. The president made the remarks even as House Democrats have reportedly said that should they win the Congress again, they will not immediately come forward with impeachment but would prepare investigations into his administration, family and business interests.

Trump claims he has damaging information on Clinton, Obama and Biden

Speaking to Rob Finnerty, Trump said that he had previously declined opportunities to pursue criminal investigations of Hillary Clinton, his opponent in the 2016 presidential election, and former President Bill Clinton. The president also said he could still take action against former presidents Obama and Biden.

“I could have done numbers in Hillary Clinton. I could have done numbers in Bill Clinton. I do like Bill Clinton. I could have done numbers in Barack Hussein Obama. Still could. I still could,” Trump said. “I could do big numbers if I wanted to. I've turned down going after Hillary Clinton. Big numbers. I'm talking about going after them criminally."



Trump claimed that his administration had information that could damage the reputations of the three prominent Democrats but did not specify what the information was or identify any potential criminal charges.

WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 5: U.S. President Joe Biden and former President Barack Obama attend an event to mark the 2010 passage of the Affordable Care Act in the East Room of the White House on April 5, 2022 in Washington, DC. With then-Vice President Joe Biden by his side, Obama signed 'Obamacare' into law on March 23, 2010. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
Former President Joe Biden and former President Barack Obama attend an event to mark the 2010 passage of the Affordable Care Act in the East Room of the White House on April 5, 2022 in Washington, DC (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

“I could have done something having to do with their reputations, destroyed their reputations,” he said. “We have a lot of information about Hillary. We have a lot of information about Barack Hussein Obama. We have a lot of information on Sleepy Joe Biden.”

WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 15: U.S. President Donald Trump arrives to speak during a luncheon in the Rose Garden of the White House on October 15, 2026 in Washington, DC. President Trump held the luncheon to honor first responders from across the country. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)
President Donald Trump arrives to speak during a luncheon in the Rose Garden of the White House on October 15, 2026 in Washington, DC. President Trump held the luncheon to honor first responders from across the country (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)

When Finnerty asked whether he intended to act on the information, Trump replied, “Well, I mean, I guess not. Probably not. But I think if they impeach me again, you know, again.” 

Democrats prepare investigations as Trump braces for possible third impeachment

The Democrats have, however, reportedly prepared a broad investigative strategy targeting Trump, his administration and businesses connected to his political and financial network if they win control of the House. According to people familiar with the discussions, the initial focus would be on hearings, subpoenas and document requests rather than an immediate impeachment vote.

A report by the Daily Mail also indicated that Trump has started preparing for the possibility that investigations could extend to members of his family and that millions of dollars from his MAGA Inc super PAC could be set aside for legal defence costs. The report suggested that even first lady Melania Trump and their son Barron could face scrutiny.

President Donald Trump talks with first lady Melania Trump, as they attend a ceremony to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks at the Pentagon, Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)
President Donald Trump talks with first lady Melania Trump, as they attend a ceremony to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks at the Pentagon, Friday, Sept 11, 2026, in Washington (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)

Trump has also said he is campaigning aggressively for Republican candidates ahead of the midterms, arguing that his supporters are less likely to vote when he is not on the ballot. The November 3 elections will determine control of the House and Senate, shaping Democrats’ ability to conduct congressional oversight and pursue further investigations.

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