Washington DC,
The White House, Oval Office
The President sits at his desk; his hands clasped and fingers intertwined. Millions across the country and the globe, wait anxiously for the President to speak. His expression is somber, but firm.
Beyond the camera, the Press Secretary quietly counts down…three, two, one…
“Good evening. My fellow Americans, when I ran for office over three years ago, I swore that I would shed light on the corruption and treachery that is so prevalent within our government. And I intend to keep that promise.
My fellow Americans, I think a vast majority of you would agree with me when I express my disappointment in our elected officials on Capital Hill, and the egregious rioting that took place in both Congressional chambers more than a week ago. We fight with our words and votes, not with our fists and makeshift weapons.
Of the 535 elected officials, over seventy had to be rushed to the hospital, twenty are in critical condition, Congresswoman Hoover died on the House floor, and it was just passed along to me that Senator Collins from Nebraska, succumbed to his injuries and passed away at 4:37 this afternoon. Whether Republican or Democrat, my sincerest and heartfelt condolences go out to both families. Needless loss of life is a travesty.
My fellow Americans, it gives me no great pleasure for what I am about to say. However, I believe that it is our only option, if we, as a nation, expect to survive. For too many decades, Congress has had a nonexistent, if not, extremely low approval rating. No matter the year or election cycle, it has come to be called a “do-nothing Congress”. Your elected officials make six-figure salaries while Americans starve, and men and women are sent to foreign lands to die in the name of freedom.
My fellow Americans, that is not a Republic-that is tyranny! For my part, I have surrendered more than 80% of my salary to charitable funds and contributions. You can find each and every single one on the White House website.
For this reason, and many others to be detailed at a later date, I have declared a state of national emergency and signed Presidential Directive 57. Upon this signing, all members of Congress are disbanded, and Congress suspended. All branches of the federal government will fall in line under the office of President.
At this moment, the 2nd Marine Division out of Camp Lejeune is working in cooperation with the Secret Service to evacuate and secure Capital Hill. No current or previous serving member of Congress may enter the building without escort. Disbanded members may enter their offices, but only to collect personal items. I have directed the Attorney General and the FBI to confiscate all files, both written and electronic for investigation by the justice department.
Any member charged with crimes against the United States will be tried before a military tribunal.
Martial law is not declared. Be that as it may, rioters will be considered by this administration to be domestic terrorists, and will be handled as such by the United States armed forces. Disability and retirement payouts will continue as scheduled.
Dates to elect a new Congress will be set for a series of dates later this year. In the coming weeks, I will be meeting with all the governors to discuss an amendment to the Constitution, establishing term limits for Congressional members, pay and compensation. It is important to note that with Presidential Directive 57, all past members have received a liftime prohibition from ever serving again in the federal government. Also, past members are prohibited from having any affiliation with any future member of the federal government.
This administration will post the proposed 30th amendment to the Constitution in its entirety later this week.”
The President became silent for a moment, and then leaned forwards on his desk.
“My fellow Americans, I know that this comes as a great shock to you, as it does myself. But a forest cannot survive unless the debris is purged by fire. What we are about to endure will be a long and painful process. But I believe we together can do it. We have to do it. For our sake, and our children’s sake.
Whether you like me or not, I need your prayers and support. This is your chance to take your country back and serve it with nobility and dignity.
Although, he was of the opposing party, I admire President Kennedy and his courage. His admonition of every American to ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country, are perhaps the most profound I have ever heard.
Our nation is ailing. Our nation needs you, the American people.
Goodnight, and God bless.”
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The Average American Man 