We’ll never have a king in U.S.
To the Editor:
Some protestors of the Trump administration created what they call “No Kings Day” on June 14, 2025. They claim that Trump’s policies resemble monarchical rule rather than democratic governance. While all presidents have power, it is limited.
Under the U.S. Constitution, the president, as the country’s chief law enforcement office, has broad authority to initiate executive orders; however, this authority is subject to our constitutional system of checks and balances. Executive orders are subject to judicial review and can be overturned by the Supreme Court if they find the orders unconstitutional and/or contrary to laws passed by Congress.
So why are these protestors referring to President Trump as being a “King” when it is actually the judicial branch that ultimately decides our fate? Much can be explained by media bias influence and misinformation rapidly spread by social media. Presidential actions face instant scrutiny from millions of citizens, Congress and courts. While today’s political situation may seem unique, it is actually a reflection of the same ongoing tension between government control and individual rights that have shaped American history.
The bottom line is that we the people have held all the power all along, as we are protected by the genius of our constitutional republican form of government. We never had or never will have a king in America.
Linda Carney
Cullowhee
