1. United States
2. Ariz.
3. Letter

I am writing as your constituent in Arizona to express my deep concern regarding recent statements made by President Trump on Truth Social regarding the ongoing conflict with Iran. On April 5, 2026, the President publicly threatened to destroy Iran's power plants and bridges by a self-imposed Tuesday deadline if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened. Beyond the alarming substance of that threat, the language used — profane, erratic, and deeply unpresidential — reflects a standard of conduct wholly unbecoming of the Office of the President of the United States. I urge you to take these concerns seriously on two distinct grounds: First, the legal dimension. More than 100 international law experts have signed a letter warning that strikes on power plants and other civilian infrastructure would likely constitute war crimes under both international law and U.S. law. Objects indispensable to civilian survival — including power plants and water facilities — are explicitly protected under the laws of armed conflict. A sitting president publicly threatening such strikes is not merely reckless rhetoric; it may itself constitute an unlawful threat under the Geneva Conventions. Second, the conduct itself. Regardless of one's views on the broader conflict with Iran, the President's use of obscene and threatening language in official public communications is beneath the dignity of the office. The President represents the United States to the world. This kind of communication causes direct harm to America's standing, undermines diplomatic efforts, and sets a dangerous precedent. I respectfully ask that you: 1. Publicly call on the President to retract threats against Iranian civilian infrastructure and conduct himself with the dignity the office demands. 2. Exercise your constitutional oversight responsibilities to ensure that any military escalation in Iran complies with U.S. and international law. 3. Consider whether formal congressional action — including invoking the War Powers Act — is warranted given the scope and direction of this conflict. This is not a matter of partisan politics. It is a matter of law, of decency, and of the responsibilities we entrust to those who hold our nation's highest office. Thank you for your time and your service to the people of Arizona. I look forward to your response. Respectfully,