Dear Senator,
This is regarding your recent vote on immigration reform, specifically Senator Dodd's amendment S.Amdt.4089.
When you joined the US Senate, you took an oath to uphold the Constitution of the United States. I am including that oath here for reference:
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I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office on which I am about to enter: So help me God.
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Senator Dodd's amendment states, among other things, that Mexico shall be consulted regarding any "additional fencing and related border security structures" along our southern border.
I would remind you again that you took an oath to support and defend the US Constitution.
Where in the Constitution does it say that we must confer with foreign nations about our border security? Where does the Constitution say that we must consult with foreign nations before passing laws? Where does the Constitution say that we must consult with foreign nations regarding our immigration procedures?
Whom do you represent, Senator?
American citizens? Or a bunch of foreigners?
Thank you
Letter is released to the public domain. Copy and modify as you see fit.
Here's the relevant text of Sen Dodd's amendment:
(b) CONSULTATION REQUIREMENT.--Consultations between United States and Mexican authorities at the federal, state, and local levels concerning the construction of additional fencing and related border security structures along the United States-Mexico border shall be undertaken prior to commencing any new construction, in order to solicit the views of affected communities, lessen tensions and foster greater understanding and stronger cooperation on this and other important issues of mutual concern.
