1. United States
2. Wash.
3. Letter

The nomination of Russell Vought for Director of the Office of Management and Budget poses a grave threat to our democracy and the well-being of the American people. Vought has demonstrated an alarming willingness to disregard the Constitution and the separation of powers by unconstitutionally withholding funds appropriated by Congress. His loyalty lies not with upholding the rule of law, but with enabling Trump's dangerous authoritarian agenda and empowering the MAGA movement's assault on our democratic institutions. Vought's role in orchestrating the funding freeze that threatened to inflict devastating harm on millions of Americans reveals his contempt for the will of the people and their elected representatives. His refusal to affirm that he will prioritize the Constitution over Trump's demands during confirmation hearings solidifies his commitment to upholding the destructive MAGA agenda at all costs. Confirming Vought as OMB Director would grant him immense power to further undermine our democratic processes, sideline Congress, and cripple vital government agencies by starving them of resources. This represents a direct assault on the checks and balances that safeguard our republic. His nomination must be withdrawn immediately, and if it proceeds, it is imperative that he be rejected to protect the integrity of our nation's democratic foundations and the well-being of all Americans.