Defend civil liberties from escalation of military force

The Trump administration's escalation of force against peaceful protesters in Los Angeles is a disturbing overreach of executive power that threatens core democratic values. Deploying military troops and requesting authority to detain protesters without due process is an unacceptable violation of civil liberties that cannot be allowed to stand. As an elected representative, you have a responsibility to uphold the Constitution and rein in this administration's authoritarian impulses. The Posse Comitatus Act and legal precedent clearly prohibit using the military for domestic law enforcement without congressional approval. Secretary Noem's leaked letter reveals her intent to circumvent these laws through an expansive interpretation that would greenlight military policing of Americans exercising their First Amendment rights. This is a dangerous precedent that must be forcefully rejected. I urge you to immediately take action to block any attempt to use the military against civilians. Reassert Congress's authority over the use of military force domestically. Conduct vigorous oversight and use the power of the purse if necessary to prevent further erosion of constitutional protections. The early moves toward martial law we are witnessing demand a firm response to uphold the rule of law and democratic governance. Failing to do so would be an abdication of your sworn duty. The American people are looking to you to safeguard our liberties in this critical moment in history.