New Jersey Open Letters

From a verified voter in Shrewsbury, NJ

Defend Checks and Balances - Reject Recess Cabinet Appointments

The Senate Judiciary Committee's investigation into alleged misconduct by Rep. Matt Gaetz provides important context for properly vetting the president's Cabinet nominees through regular order. Pushing through these picks via recess appointments without hearings or document requests neuters the Sena

From a verified voter in Mays Landing, NJ

NO on H.R. 9495!!

As your constituent, I ask that you vote NO on H.R. 9495. It was already defeated in a floor vote, mostly due to public outcry. I really believe that this bill will give the incoming Trump administration unchecked power to remove the tax-exempt status of and therefore discriminat ely shut down any

From a constituent in Hopatcong, NJ

Improve Due Process Protections in Anti-Terrorism Tax Bill

I understand the important issues this bill aims to address, such as supporting American hostages abroad and combating terrorist financing. However, there are significant concerns about potential overreach and unintended consequences that warrant careful consideration. While assisting unlawfully det

From a constituent in Jersey City, NJ

Recess appointments

Please do not allow the next administration to use recess appointments to appoint inappropriate and possibly criminal appointments to his cabinet

From a constituent in Cherry Hill, NJ

Vote 'No' on HR 9495

The proposal to allow the Treasury Department to designate organizations as "terrorist supporting" without due process raises significant concerns about potential abuse and threats to civil liberties. Granting such unchecked power to an executive agency could enable the targeting of lawful groups ba

From a verified voter in Montclair, NJ

I'm writing to urge you to oppose HR 9495 and any Senate version of it. This bill would give the Trump administration the ability to destroy nonprofits by associating them with "terrorism." I am especially opposed to it because it began as an attack on students protesting the war in Gaza. As an educ

From a constituent in Wrightstown, NJ

Stand up to Elon Musk

Today Elon Musk threatened to nuke US senators. This is unacceptable. His citizenship is in question, he is not an ellected representative, he is calling Putin and Iran. Where is the pushback? He is doing things that are blatantly illegal and are elected officials are behaving with impotence. We the

From a constituent in Cherry Hill, NJ

Vote against HR 9495

This bill seeks to provide relief and support for American hostages and individuals wrongfully detained abroad. Key provisions include postponing tax deadlines, reimbursing penalties and fines, and terminating the tax-exempt status of organizations providing material support to terrorist groups. The

From a constituent in Rahway, NJ

ss after the inauguration.

Recess appointments undermine the Senate's constitutional role in vetting and confirming Cabinet nominees. These appointments allow the president to circumvent the system of checks and balances and concentrate power in the executive branch. I urge you to stand firm against any attempts by President

From a constituent in Sewell, NJ

Support the PRESS Act to protect press freedoms.

The PRESS Act (S. 2074) establishes crucial limits on the federal government's ability to compel journalists to disclose protected information obtained through their work. This legislation safeguards the free flow of information to the public by prohibiting federal entities from forcing journalists

From a constituent in Pitman, NJ

Support Sanders and stop arming Israel. Call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.

The situation between Israel and Palestine has become increasingly dire, with the loss of innocent lives on both sides. I urge you to support the Joint Resolutions of Disapproval to block over $20 billion in offensive weapons sales to Israel. These arms transfers violate U.S. laws like the Foreign A

From a constituent in Bridgeton, NJ

I am a constituent in Cumberland County, NJ. I am writing in strong opposition to Matt Gaetz’s confirmation as Attorney General. Gaetz has zero qualifications for being the highest law enforcement official in the land. He has never been a government attorney. He has never been a judge. He is also u

From a verified voter in Nutley, NJ

NO TO HR 9495

Vote NO to HR 9495 today! This bill will enable the incoming administration to prosecute and eliminate any nonprofit they don't like. This will be devastating for women's rights, minority serving, gij control, and climate change organizations. Do everything in your power to stop this bill and dictat

From a constituent in Flemington, NJ

Do not confirm trumps appointees

I know that Trump is asking the Senate to let him name his unqualified cabinet nominees as “recess appointments” without a vote. I expect you to stand by the vow you took to uphold the Constitution. NO RECESS APPOINTMENTS. Also, the Senator needs to vote no on Matt Gaetz, RFK Jr., Tulsi Gabbard, and

From a verified voter in Martinsville, NJ

I'm writing to urge you to do everything in your power to deny confirmation of Trump's cabinet picks. Matt Gaetz is a disgrace for many reasons, Tulsi Gabbard has known ties to Russia and RFK, Jr, spreads "wellness" conspiracy theories that have the potential to substantially undercut the progress w

From a verified voter in Martinsville, NJ

I'm writing to urge you to do 3 things: 1) join Governors Safeguarding Democracy to protect NJ from Donald Trump's far-right agenda; 2) ensure the Immigrant Trust Act is voted on and signed; and 3) ensure that the right to gender-affirming care is codified into law. You have never failed to s

From a constituent in Pitman, NJ

Your electorate sees you Norcross. Vote no on HR 9495.

Hey Norcross! Are you going to vote yes on HR 9495 again? Are you going to give DT the keys to dismantle any non profit he decides is a terrorist? Are you going to spend the next two years voting in lock step with an extremist? Are you going to keep reminding your constituency how generationally cor

From a constituent in Fair Haven, NJ

Oppose Matt Gaetz as Attorney General - Lacks integrity, judgment

The nomination of Rep. Matt Gaetz as Attorney General raises serious concerns about his ability to lead the Department of Justice with integrity, judgment, and independence. These qualities are essential for an Attorney General to effectively oversee the complex and wide-ranging work of the Departme

From a constituent in Kenvil, NJ

Cosponsor H.R. 8082: give local voices a say in building 5G infrastructure

As your constituent, I am urging you to co-sponsor H.R. 8082 - Securing local Communities input in Broadband Development Act, which was introduced by Congressman Chris Smith. This is a bill to ensure local voices are heard in infrastructure development. Despite some benefits of 5G technology, many

From a verified voter in Mays Landing, NJ

NO TO PURGING GENERALS BOARD!!

I have recently learned about President-Elect Trump's plan to set up a "warrior board" consisting of retired military officials, and tasked with rooting out serving generals who--for dangerously unspecified reasons--should be considered for dismissal, and reporting their names to President Trump. Th

From a verified voter in West Milford, NJ

The largest forest fire in New Jersey’s history is currently ablaze West Milford. Every ounce of aid possible is needed for impacted residents NOW.

From a constituent in Pitman, NJ

the vast disappointment of every vote Donald Norcross casts: a novel

I’m deeply disappointed to see that Donald Norcross votes for HR 9495. This bill would give the incoming Republican administration carte blanche to defund and or disband non profits nationwide. Norcross’ leadership is exactly the kind of toe the line, generationally elite, backroom deals, corporat

From a verified voter in Jersey City, NJ

Equal Rights Amendment (ERA)

Enshrine the ERA into the constitution now!

From a constituent in Cherry Hill, NJ

Vote NO on HR 9495, in whatever form it takes. After the House vote the Senate may need to deal with this issue. Oppose trump initiatives.

From a verified voter in Succasunna, NJ

Revise Anti-Terror Bill to Protect Non-Profits and Civil Liberties

The Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act contains provisions that could hinder the operations of non-profit organizations by allowing their tax-exempt status to be terminated if designated as "terrorist supporting" without adequate due process protections. Voting against