1. United States
2. Texas
3. Letter

I am writing today with a deep sense of anger and frustration over the United States’ response to the war in Ukraine, and more specifically, the disgraceful actions and rhetoric coming from former President Donald Trump. His consistent, unwavering support for Vladimir Putin and his dangerous, pro-Russia stance are a betrayal of everything the United States should stand for. To make matters worse, his influence seems to have fueled a lack of decisive action in Congress and the administration to fully support Ukraine in its fight for freedom and survival. It is an utter disgrace that, at this critical moment in history, we are not doing everything in our power to support Ukraine in its battle against an unprovoked and brutal Russian invasion. Instead, former President Trump has continued to side with Russia, praising Putin while downplaying the atrocities being committed. The fact that a former U.S. president is openly sympathetic to a dictator who is waging war on a democratic nation is not just a betrayal of Ukraine – it is a betrayal of the very values this nation was built upon. Ukraine’s fight is our fight. It is a battle for democracy, freedom, and human dignity against an authoritarian regime that seeks to destabilize the world. Yet, with leaders like Trump downplaying the significance of this war and calling for peace deals that would likely reward Russia’s aggression, we are allowing a tyrant to push forward with his expansionist agenda unchecked. This is beyond irresponsible; it is morally bankrupt. Every day we fail to act more decisively, innocent Ukrainians are dying, displaced, and brutalized by Russian forces. The United States has always been a beacon of hope for those oppressed, a defender of liberty and justice. Yet, in recent years, we are witnessing a nation that seems hesitant to fully embrace its role in supporting Ukraine, as Trump’s influence has created division and hesitation within our political ranks. This is not just a diplomatic failure; it is a failure of leadership that will be remembered for generations. I implore you, as my elected representative, to resist any lingering influence from Trump’s dangerous rhetoric and actions and take immediate, decisive steps to provide Ukraine with everything it needs to defend itself. No more equivocation. No more silence. It is time for the United States to stand firmly with Ukraine, not with a dictator like Putin. It is time to show the world that America will never back down when faced with the fight for freedom. We cannot afford to wait any longer. The world is watching, and history will not be kind to those who fail to act. I urge you to demonstrate true leadership by fully supporting Ukraine in its time of need and rejecting any influence from those who seek to undermine our commitment to justice, democracy, and global peace.