1. United States
2. Ala.
3. Letter

This bill would place severe restrictions on the ability of federal courts to issue injunctive relief, which is a crucial judicial power to halt harmful government actions. Limiting courts in this manner undermines the system of checks and balances and prevents proper oversight of the executive branch. The bill requires any challenges to executive actions by multiple states to be heard by a randomly selected three-judge panel, rather than following standard procedures. This unorthodox process injects further politicization into the judicial system. Prohibiting nationwide injunctions except in highly limited circumstances neuters the courts' authority to swiftly halt illegal policies that could impact millions of Americans. It prevents uniform, consistent rulings across the country on matters of national importance. This legislation represents an unacceptable erosion of judicial independence and authority. It hamstrings the courts' role as a co-equal branch empowered to serve as acheck on the other branches. I urge you to reject this disturbing attempt to strip federal courts of their vital oversight capabilities.