articleThe Brief The United States Capitol Police (USCP) reported threats against lawmakers, families and staff hit a record high in 2025. The Threat Assessment Section handled 14,938 cases last year, up from 9,474 in 2024—a nearly 58% increase. The United States Capitol Police (USCP) said threats against members of Congress, their families and their staffs reached a new high in 2025, with nearly 15,000 cases investigated. A 58% increase from 2024By the numbers:According to a press release from the department, the U.S. Capitol Police Threat Assessment Section specifically handled 14,938 cases in 2025, up from 9,474 in 2024—a nearly 58% increase. What's next:In order to combat these increased threats, Capitol Police Chief Michael Sullivan said in a statement that the department has been "strengthening partnerships with law enforcement agencies across the country to keep the members of Congress safe when they are away from Capitol Hill."