1. United States
2. Idaho
3. Letter

I’m writing to express deep concern over President Trump’s recent statement on NBC News where he questioned whether he must uphold the Constitution. This is not a rhetorical slip—it is a clear rejection of the oath of office and a dangerous affront to our democracy. The Constitution requires the President to “preserve, protect and defend” its principles. To question that obligation is a moral and legal failure that must not be ignored. This statement is part of a broader pattern of authoritarian rhetoric that threatens the rule of law and the balance of powers. I urge you to publicly affirm that the Constitution is not optional and that no President is above it. Congress must respond clearly and courageously—whether by supporting formal accountability measures or forcefully condemning this erosion of democratic norms. This is not about party—it is about principle. Please show the moral clarity and constitutional integrity your office demands. Uphold your oath. The nation is watching.