An open letter to the President & U.S. Congress

Protect judicial independence from legislative overreach

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The recent vote by the Republican-led House to limit the power of federal judges to block policies and executive actions from the current administration is a concerning overreach that threatens the system of checks and balances essential to American democracy. The three branches of government - executive, legislative, and judicial - are intended to provide oversight and restraint on each other to prevent any single branch from consolidating excessive power. Allowing the legislative branch to undermine the judiciary's ability to serve as a check on the executive branch erodes this fundamental principle of separation of powers enshrined in the Constitution. I urge you to defend the independence of the federal judiciary and its vital role in our democratic system of government. Unchecked executive authority free from judicial review sets a dangerous precedent that jeopardizes individual rights and liberties. Preserving the balance of power among co-equal branches is critical to upholding the rule of law and protecting our democratic institutions. Thank you for your time.

▶ Created on April 10 by Rachel

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