Fears that Republicans’ rhetoric after Trump indictment could spark violence

‘An eye for an eye’, said Arizona congressman, while another congressman from Louisiana gave militaristic instructions

Belligerent and conspiracy-laden rhetoric from high-profile Republican backers of Donald Trump has heightened fears that the former US president’s campaign against his legal troubles could trigger political violence.

Fewer than 24 hours after Donald Trump was indicted, Arizona congressman Andy Biggs went on Twitter and used violent language to call for retribution. “We have now reached a war phase,” he said. “An eye for an eye.”