- United States
- Fla.
- Letter
Explain and investigate
To: Rep. Buchanan
From: A constituent in Bradenton, FL
February 5
Providing unelected individuals like Elon Musk with access to the federal payments system is a concerning breach of democratic norms and separation of powers. The Treasury Department's role in managing government disbursements should remain under the authority of duly appointed officials who are accountable to Congress and the American people. Allowing a private citizen to potentially interfere with congressionally approved funding sets a dangerous precedent that undermines our system of checks and balances. I urge you to hold a town hall meeting to explain why you think this is okay, and to investigate this matter thoroughly and take appropriate action to protect the integrity of the federal payments process from undue outside influence. Safeguarding our democratic institutions is paramount.