We are experiencing a coup nominally led by Donald Trump, but I am especially alarmed by Elon Musk’s operational takeover of government operations. He has your and my Social Security numbers. He has our bank account information. I rely on Social Security income to support myself and now find I may be at the mercy of whatever decisions Musk and his minions (possibly including Trump?) may make.

Now is the time for each of us to stand up against this coup. Call your representatives and senators. Talk with your neighbors about this takeover and how it affects you and us all, especially the poor and vulnerable.

And remember to take good care of yourself, keep yourself strong in these troubled times.

Norbert Salz

Leeds