Written: February 24, 2025
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Chief Justice John G. Roberts, Jr., Associate Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, Associate Justice Sonia Sotomayor, Associate Justice Samuel A. Alito, Jr., Associate Justice Elena Kagan, Associate Justice Amy Coney Barrett, Associate Justice Neil M. Gorsuch, Associate Justice Brett M. Kavanaugh, Associate Justice Clarence Thomas
February 23, 2025
Supreme Court of the United States
(Chief / Associate Justice)
1 First Street, NE
Washington, D.C. 20543
To the Justices of the United States Supreme Court,
I am writing to you as a concerned and outraged citizen of the United States, a country that was built on the ideals of democracy, equality, and justice. Granted, to “We The People” of the United States, I’m asserting two elements of the First Amendment, the right to free speech and the right to redress grievances. I must address the disturbing reality that has unfolded in our nation, a reality where trust in our highest judicial body has been all but destroyed by corruption, favoritism, and the blatant undermining of the principles we hold dear.
The people of this country are not ruled by a king, as Donald Trump likes to think, judging by an official picture he shared of himself wearing a crown with a caption, “Long live the king”. We are a democracy, governed by the rule of law—not by the whims of one individual, no matter how powerful or wealthy. Yet, we are now witnessing a disturbing consolidation of power under the influence of private citizens, namely Donald Trump and Elon Musk, who believe themselves to be above the law. Musk’s unchecked influence and power—through his wealth and vast network—should not be allowed to dictate the course of this nation. His actions should not go unchallenged, especially when they have a direct impact on our legal system and democracy. The very notion that private interests, such as his, could wield such power over the judiciary is unacceptable and dangerous.
The Supreme Court has stood by idly as these forces of corruption and corporate greed further destabilize the pillars of our democracy. Musk, like Trump, is not above the law, and his manipulation of the political system cannot be tolerated. The idea that he, or any other individual, can exert influence over our nation’s highest court is a betrayal of everything this country was founded upon.
The unchecked immunity granted to Trump, especially during his presidency and beyond, has allowed him to operate above the law. This has further degraded the trust and credibility of our judicial system, creating a dangerous precedent where power is concentrated in the hands of one individual with no accountability, and the people’s rights are subordinated to political agendas.
It is now abundantly clear that many of you in the Supreme Court, once the beacon of justice, has chosen to turn a blind eye to the most blatant violations of democracy we have seen in modern times. Your failure to act has resulted in real harm to the very fabric of this nation, leaving us vulnerable to the whims of a corrupt leader whose only allegiance is to his own interests.
Furthermore, any actions or conduct involving corruption, bribery, or undue influence involving the Supreme Court will not be tolerated. The American people deserve more than empty promises and superficial gestures from those entrusted with upholding our Constitution. We expect integrity, accountability, and a dedication to justice above all else. Any violation of these principles, especially in a manner that compromises the impartiality of the court, must be met with the full force of the law. You know who you are, you know what you have done, you know it was a clear violation of the publics’ trust and your constitutional duties and obligations in accepting gifts, not limited to expensive goods, money, vacations and promises in exchange for favorable rulings.
Make no mistake: history will not look kindly upon this betrayal. The American people will not forget the complacency that allowed this tyrannical regime to flourish under your watch. You have abandoned the trust of the citizens you were sworn to serve, and with that, you have irrevocably tainted the institution you represent.
If the court is to regain any semblance of credibility, you must acknowledge the devastating consequences of your inaction as well as other unjust rulings and take decisive steps to restore accountability, transparency, and impartiality. Until then, know that we, the people, will continue to hold you accountable for the ongoing erosion of our democracy.
I urge you to confront these injustices head-on. The American people are watching, and we will not stand by as the very institutions that are supposed to protect us are used to further personal agendas and enrich private interests. If the Supreme Court cannot—or will not—act to restore the principles of democracy, justice, and equality, then it will have failed in its most basic and essential obligations and duty.
Sincerely,
Anonymous citizen