An open letter to the U.S. Senate

Reject H.R.1 provision undermining judicial independence

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I urge you to adamantly oppose Section 70302 within H.R.1, which would gravely undermine the federal judiciary's ability to enforce its lawful orders through contempt citations. This provision strips courts of enforcement power when injunctions or temporary restraining orders are issued without a bond requirement - something judges have the discretion to do in urgent matters involving civil rights, public health, or environmental protections. Allowing the executive branch to control court enforcement through funding is a dangerous overreach that disturbs the vital system of checks and balances. It encourages disobedience of court orders in high-stakes cases and represents an unacceptable encroachment on judicial authority. As an elected representative committed to preserving our democratic institutions, you must take a firm stand against this alarming provision that gravely threatens the independence of the federal judiciary.

▶ Created on May 28, 2025 by Angelina

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