Defend federalism, rein in executive overreach on cities/states

Trump's recent statements suggesting a federal takeover of New York City and Washington, D.C. raise serious concerns about overreach of executive power and undermine democratic principles. The ability of state and local governments to manage their own affairs is a fundamental tenet of our system of checks and balances. Any attempt by the federal government to unilaterally seize control of cities or override local authorities would represent a dangerous consolidation of power. While the president has a duty to uphold law and order, his comments appear to go far beyond that limited role. Characterizing New York's mayoral candidates in such divisive terms and threatening intervention based on political ideology is antithetical to free and fair elections. Similarly, his repeated focus on "running" D.C. despite its existing home rule authority seems to prioritize centralized control over self-governance. I urge you to take a firm stance in defense of federalism and local autonomy. The separation of powers between federal, state, and municipal governments is critical for maintaining our democratic system of checks and balances. Any erosion of that foundational principle could enable the very authoritarian overreach that President Trump's rhetoric evokes. It is incumbent upon Congress to assert its constitutional authority as a co-equal branch and rein in any presidential actions that violate the boundaries established to disperse power and prevent its accumulation. Restoring the proper balance and upholding our core democratic values must be a top priority. I implore you to vigilantly resist any extraconstitutional federal intervention in cities and states. The precedent of unchecked executive overreach would inflict lasting damage on our republic. Robust legislative oversight and enforcement of institutional constraints are essential to preserving our democratic system of government.