We the people must uphold the oath of office

On November 5 of this year, a presidential election was held in all of these United States. I voted, as in every presidential election since the 1960 election, 17 times in total, and I voted seven times for the winning candidate. I didn’t vote for the winning candidate this year, and maybe you didn’t either. Despite my opposition and perhaps yours, we, the people of the United States, have elected former President Donald J. Trump as President.

As the winner of this election, Donald J. Trump will be inaugurated President at noon on January 20, 2025, pursuant to Amendment XX of the United States Constitution. I fully expect Mr. Trump to serve out his term and retire at noon on January 20, 2029, because “No person shall be elected to the office of President more than twice…” according to Section 1 of Amendment XXII of the law. Constitution.

Article II of the Constitution states that “the executive power shall be vested in the President of the United States of America.” Since Articles I and III establish the legislative and judicial powers granted by the Constitution, it is clear that the President is neither a legislator nor a judge. And the establishment of presidential term limits and limits in Article II and Amendment XXII prevents any person from retaining office or power beyond those constitutional limits. Since 1788, we the people have elected leaders who govern with the consent of the people, not rulers.

Regardless of anything Mr. Trump offered or promised during his campaign or may say in his speech or attempted inauguration once he is sworn in and takes office, we the people must deliver to the oath he took before carrying out the execution. from his office:

“I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully serve as President of the United States and will use my best efforts to preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution of the United States.” (Article II, section 1, last paragraph).

I do not expect to agree with every element of President Trump’s policies, nor with every law of Congress or decision of the courts. I expect all who have been entrusted with elected or appointed office in the United States to act at all times in accordance with the letter and spirit of our Constitution, especially its preamble. It is about forming a more perfect union, establishing justice, ensuring internal tranquility, etc. Please read it – the Constitution and its 27 amendments – at least once a year.