An open letter to the U.S. Congress

Defend Free Speech: Investigate Trump Administration's First Amendment Violations

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I am writing to express my grave concern over what I perceive as the Trump administration's ongoing efforts to undermine our constitutionally protected right to free speech. The actions taken by this administration appear to be a coordinated attempt to silence political opposition and criticism, which strikes at the very heart of our democracy. Of particular concern are the alleged abuses of power by federal agencies to stifle dissent. I urge you to launch oversight investigations into the potential weaponization of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Department of Justice to silence media outlets and ordinary citizens. These investigations are crucial to ensure that our government institutions are not being misused for political purposes. I specifically call for your attention to the conduct of FCC Chair Brendan Carr. His reported threats against media companies are deeply troubling and may constitute a violation of the First Amendment. Such behavior from a high-ranking official charged with regulating our communications infrastructure is unacceptable. I ask that you demand Chair Carr's resignation to preserve the integrity of the FCC and protect our freedom of speech. Furthermore, I implore you to take a strong public stance against any attempts by the administration to exploit incidents of political violence as justification for curtailing free speech rights. Our nation's founders enshrined the right to free expression in the Constitution precisely because it is essential to a functioning democracy, even in challenging times. The gravity of these issues cannot be overstated. If left unchecked, these actions could set dangerous precedents that erode the foundations of our democratic system. Therefore, I urge you to consider supporting articles of impeachment against President Trump for his persistent defiance of constitutional norms and rights. As your constituent, I am counting on you to be a vocal defender of our First Amendment rights. Please take immediate and decisive action to investigate these alleged abuses, hold those responsible accountable, and reaffirm our nation's unwavering commitment to freedom of speech. The integrity of our democracy depends on your courage and leadership in this critical moment.

▶ Created on September 20 by Jennifer

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