1. United States
2. Fla.
3. Letter

I am deeply concerned about the recent revelations regarding former President Donald Trump's actions and their potential impact on our justice system and national security. Paul Krugman's analysis has brought to light a disturbing pattern that deserves immediate attention and investigation. Trump's administration is accused of committing war crimes by sinking small boats suspected of drug smuggling without proper evidence. This action not only raises serious ethical and legal questions but also undermines our nation's commitment to due process and international law. Simultaneously, Trump has announced his intention to pardon Juan Orlando Hernández, the former Honduran president convicted of large-scale cocaine smuggling to the United States. This decision is particularly alarming given the scale of Hernández's crimes and the message it sends about our commitment to combating international drug trafficking. What's more troubling is the apparent connection between these actions and the interests of the crypto/tech industry. Trump's association with figures like Ross Ulbricht, founder of Silk Road, and Changpeng Zhao, former CEO of Binance, suggests a pattern of favoring those connected to the crypto world, regardless of their criminal activities. The link between Trump, Hernández, and Próspera - a 'libertarian paradise' being constructed off Honduras's coast with backing from Silicon Valley billionaires - further illustrates this concerning trend. It appears that Trump's pardons and support for certain political figures may be driven more by the interests of the tech industry than by genuine concerns about crime or national security. I urge you to initiate a thorough investigation into these connections and their implications for our justice system and foreign policy. We need to understand the full extent of the influence that tech and crypto interests may have on our political processes and ensure that our leaders are acting in the best interests of the American people, not wealthy tech moguls or convicted criminals. Our nation's integrity and the rule of law are at stake. Please take immediate action to address these concerns and uphold the principles of justice and accountability that are fundamental to our democracy.