Donald Trump’s presidency is in shambles. There are so many vacant positions in his administration (more than 250) filled in only by acting directors — hence the instability.

It is a direct reflection of him and perhaps it all comes down to his motives (enriching himself) and whether he has been compromised as president.

From the beginning of his reign, he has disparaged the institutions that protect us and instead shown affinity for autocratic governments that threaten our existence. Indeed, he has even defended them, as we have witnessed time and time again with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Daily media coverage, the Robert Mueller investigation and congressional testimony have shown clear evidence that makes one wonder who the president works for.

Americans should look up to the president to give us a sense of peace of mind and security about domestic and foreign affairs, but it has been anything but that up to now. If anything, the future looks bleak and uncertain. His conduct after three years of deception, divisiveness, incessant lies and broken promises proves that he needs to be replaced.

Gary Takashima

Waipahu

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