| Friend, The House of Representatives has handed Donald Trump a weapon to take down any organization that he deems to be a challenge to his autocratic power. MAGA Republicans (and 15 Democrats!) voted to pass HR 9495, which is being termed the “Nonprofit Killer” bill.(1) This bill would give Trump’s administration unilateral power to strip nonprofit status from an organization, just by accusing it of “supporting terrorism."(2) With Trump returning to office in just weeks, it’s likely that he will use this legislation to punish political enemies, silence dissent, and shut down organizations that support communities facing greater threats under his administration. That’s why we’ve joined with hundreds of advocacy organizations to demand that the Senate vote down HR 9495.
Trump has made no secret of his desire to take down anyone who dissents against him. California is a special target for him, and organizations that support abortion rights, labor unions, LGBTQ+ rights, and more will be in his sights. The bill gives the Treasury Department unchecked power without due process or even evidence. But if the outcry is strong enough, the Senate won’t have the 60 votes it needs to pass it when it comes to the floor. Will you sign on now to tell the Senate to reject HR 9495? Thank you for being with us. –Irene, along with Annie, Angela, Isidra, Cecilia, Jen, and Lindsay (the Courage team)
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