The line between legitimate legislative actions and obstruction of justice [View all]

[drray23]

Where is that line?

We have seen republicans overtly threatening Alvin Bragg with various consequences if he persists. Jim Jordan has been trying to get him in front of his committee, McCarthy publicly added pressure but stating it was scandalous that Trump be indicted, etc...

Now, if a regular citizen was openly trying to interfere or threaten the DA, he/she could be charged with obstruction. Here, we are dealing with elected officials. How much leeway do they have? Can they just continue this behavior and be completely free from consequences? At which point does it cross the line between free speech or legislating and obstruction?