Dear President-Elect Trump,
I want to extend my sincere congratulations on your recent election victory. As you prepare to assume the role of President, I hope you will consider the urgent need for policies to protect women and children from financial and legal abuse by narcissistic ex-partners.
Currently, I am facing a challenging and painful situation with my ex-husband, who continues to abuse both myself and my children through manipulative tactics that exploit the court system and law enforcement. Despite having refused to see our children for over a year due to his failure to comply with supervised visitation, I am now being forced into co-parenting counseling with him. This requirement not only disregards the safety and well-being of my children, but it also forces me to communicate with my abuser. Being forced to engage with an abusive ex-partner through mandatory counseling has detrimental effects on our physical and mental health, further compounding the trauma we have already endured.
In addition, I am spending thousands of dollars—funds that should be used for the well-being of my children—simply to defend myself and prove the abuse that has already been thoroughly documented. This financial strain is not only unjust but harmful, as it diverts resources away from our children’s future. Sadly, this is not an isolated experience but a widespread issue faced by many women who are trapped in the cycle of abuse, even after divorce.
Narcissistic abuse often continues well after the dissolution of a marriage. The abuser frequently manipulates the legal system to maintain control and harass their ex-spouse, causing severe emotional, psychological, and financial damage. This is especially devastating for children, who can be placed in harmful situations due to the narcissistic parent’s ongoing abuse.
Mr. President-Elect, victims of narcissistic abuse need your help. Policies are urgently needed to address this specific type of abuse, including measures to limit the misuse of the court system for harassment, ensure stricter protections for children, and reduce the financial burden placed on victims. Being forced to continue engaging with an abuser through the legal system and co-parenting counseling is an ongoing trauma that affects the well-being of both women and children.
As you take on the great responsibility of leading our country, I implore you to consider the safety and stability of women and children affected by narcissistic abuse and pursue policies that provide true protection from this type of ongoing harm.
Thank you for your time, and congratulations once again. I hope your administration can make a profound difference for families like mine, who are in desperate need of support and protection from the devastating effects of narcissistic abuse.
Thankyou and God bless you 