1. United States
2. Letter

I am writing as a concerned American who values your stated commitment to reducing American interventionism. As tensions rise in the Caribbean, I urge you to act with restraint and respect for constitutional process. The United States should lead with strength, but also with care, deliberation, and accountability to the people. Our troops serve bravely, and they deserve protection from unnecessary risk. Military action should never be taken lightly or without clear purpose, lawful authorization, and a realistic path to success. Every deployment carries the potential for loss—of lives, of resources, and of moral credibility. We owe it to our service members and to the nation to exhaust diplomatic options before engaging in conflict. The Constitution gives Congress—not the Executive alone—the authority to declare war. Any decision to engage in combat with new parties in the Caribbean should go through Congress. This check exists to prevent hasty or unilateral escalation and to ensure that the American people, through their elected representatives, have a say in matters of war and peace. You have often spoken about ending endless wars and keeping America focused on its own prosperity. I urge you to remain true to that principle now. Exercising caution, avoiding unnecessary entanglements, and choosing diplomacy over escalation would demonstrate genuine leadership and serve the long-term interests of both our nation and our allies. Please act to minimize violence and prevent further instability in the region. The strength of our country lies not only in our power, but in our discipline and our respect for the rule of law.