1. United States
2. Maine
3. Letter

I am writing to express serious concern regarding the President’s recent Easter Sunday social media post, as well as the administration’s broader conduct of the war involving Iran. Regardless of party affiliation, I believe many Americans find such public statements—and the manner in which this conflict has been handled—deeply troubling and inconsistent with the standards expected of the office. More broadly, the administration’s approach to this war raises significant constitutional and national security concerns. Congress did not formally declare war, and under the Constitution, that authority rests solely with the legislative branch. The continued concentration of war-making power within the executive, absent clear congressional authorization, undermines the separation of powers and weakens democratic accountability. Furthermore, the handling of this conflict has increased risks to global stability and placed American service members in harm’s way without sufficient justification or public clarity. I respectfully urge all Members of Congress, across both chambers and parties, to work collaboratively and promptly to reassert Congress’s constitutional authority over matters of war and peace. Such action would reaffirm the role of Congress as a coequal branch of government and help restore public confidence in our institutions during a time of heightened international risk. Additionally, should Congress determine that it is unable or unwilling to pursue other remedies, I ask that Members give thoughtful consideration to encouraging the Cabinet to assess whether invocation of the Twenty-Fifth Amendment is warranted. Any such consideration should be guided not by partisanship, but by a shared commitment to the stability, safety, and effective governance of the United States. Thank you for your attention to these concerns and for your continued service to the country during a critical moment.