President Trump has issued directives that blatantly violate the Constitution, attempting to consolidate power in the presidency by freezing federal funding and undermining Congress's authority. This is akin to a coup.

The new administration has launched a brazen attack on critical government programs that millions of Americans rely on for survival. On January 27, 2025, the administration began cutting off grants that Congress had already appropriated on the basis that they contribute to “Marxist equity” or “green new deal social engineering.”

These steps amount to an effort to change the way power works in our government; it represents, as some scholars were saying this morning, the biggest power grab in American history, one that would sideline Congress. It is the largest step yet towards a totalitarian future. We must make our voices heard.

Court cases are already being filed—but we also need our Senators and Representatives speaking out in the strongest possible terms. Please contact your congresspeople right now and tell them to protest this attack on democracy and on Americans in the strongest possible terms.

Send an Email to Congress

Call Your Members of Congress

1. Visit the Congress.gov Directory and enter your address to locate your congressperson.
2. Make the Call: Use the phone number provided to get in touch with your representative’s office.
3. Share Your Message: Use the sample script below to clearly and effectively voice your concerns.

Sample Call Script

YOU: Hi, my name is {NAME}. I’m calling from {ZIP CODE}. 

YOU: I am calling on {HOUSE MEMBER/SENATOR} to speak out against President Trump’s actions on Monday in freezing all federal aid. This is blatantly illegal; the Executive Branch can’t unilaterally decide to ignore laws that were passed by Congress, especially when it comes to financial aid. 

YOU: Members of Congress must take action, and clarify how they will stop the freeze and ensure that the millions who are directly impacted by financial aid will not be harmed.” 

YOU: {OPTIONAL ADDITIONAL COMMENT}