Buried in Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” is the sharpest dagger yet—a clause that guts federal courts’ ability to enforce contempt rulings. It says officials can ignore court orders (like injunctions or restraining orders) unless the plaintiff posts a bond. That’s unheard of—and intentionally designed to let the executive branch walk free from judicial accountability.
This isn’t just bad policy. It’s a constitutional kill switch.
It makes federal court orders advisory—toothless.
It shields officials from contempt penalties.
It was hidden, because they knew public scrutiny would destroy it.
It clearly violates the Byrd Rule, because it’s not budget-related. One Senator can raise a point of order and kill it.
CALL YOUR SENATORS. Demand a Byrd Rule challenge.
Even if the rest of the bill passes, this clause cannot be allowed to stand. If it does, court orders won’t mean a damn thing. It’s a direct threat to the separation of powers—and the rule of law.
We still have one move left. Use it.
Originally Posted By u/giddyupfiddy At 2025-05-24 04:48:45 PM | Source
Ooh boy, yet another blatant power grab.
Pretty much Trump’s ‘Enabling Act’.
You can consider using 5calls to contact your senator and demand this part be removed.
I suggest this modified script if you’re contacting a Republican senator:
Hi, my name is [NAME] and I’m a constituent from [CITY, ZIP].
I’m calling to urge [REP/SEN NAME] to oppose H.R. 1, the House budget reconciliation bill, especially the provision that limits the enforcement of contempt of court charges. This measure weakens our judicial system—the same independent courts our Founding Fathers envisioned as a critical check on governmental power. By diminishing the courts’ authority, we risk undermining the constitutional framework that guarantees American liberty. Supporting this provision would be unpatriotic and contrary to the values we hold dear. I trust [REP/SEN NAME] to protect the rule of law and preserve the constitutional balance that has long safeguarded our freedoms.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Meanwhile, far too many dems:
