Ash Nazg Durbatulûk, Ash Nazg Gimbatul: One Writ to Bind Them All?

A Shadow Stirring in the West

Hoom! Gandalf here with tidings less joyous than a Hobbit's second breakfast. I have heard tell of a shadow stirring in the West a darkness not of Mordor but of men. It concerns the land of the Eagles where whispers rise about the suspension of Habeas Corpus – a right so fundamental it is akin to the very air we breathe the water we drink. Stephen Miller a name that echoes with an unsettling resonance speaks of this "option" being actively considered by the… *ahem*… current stewards of that land. "The Constitution is clear," he says. Clear as the crystal waters of the Bruinen yet muddied by the intentions of men.

An 'Invasion' of Paperwork?

They speak of an 'invasion' these men in high places. An invasion not of Orcs and Trolls but of… *clutches pearls*… undocumented migrants. Faugh! Last I checked parchment and quill were the weapons of lawyers not warmongers. Yet Miller argues this invasion warrants the suspension of the very right that protects individuals from unlawful detention. It reminds me of Saruman twisting words to suit his own twisted desires. "So it begins…" Indeed.

The Courts: Enemies of the State?

And what of the courts? They are deemed 'at war' with both the executive and legislative branches. Rogue judges they are called! As if seeking justice applying the law were acts of rebellion. I recall a similar sentiment in Rohan when Gríma Wormtongue whispered in King Théoden's ear poisoning his mind against Éomer. Beware for words are sharper than swords.

A History Lesson from Middle earth and Earth

This Habeas Corpus you see has been suspended only four times since its inception. Each time a dire circumstance a true threat to the realm. Lincoln during the Civil War Reconstruction the Philippines Pearl Harbor. Now? Now we face… *checks notes*… paperwork? Fentanyl? I've faced down Balrogs and I can assure you a poppy derivative is no match for Morgoth's wrath! The audacity!

Barrett's Cautionary Tale

Even Justice Amy Coney Barrett in her learned discourse suggests that only Congress should wield this power. Lincoln himself faced controversy when he suspended it. It's akin to taking the One Ring for a casual stroll – a temptation best avoided lest it corrupt even the noblest of souls. As Gandalf once said “I do not counsel you to take it. I do not counsel you to leave it. But do not use it!”

A Call to Vigilance

So heed this warning dear readers. This shadow in the West must be watched. Freedom like the light of Eärendil is a precious thing easily extinguished. Let us hope that wisdom prevails and that this… *ahem*… 'option' remains nothing more than a dark musing. For as I also once said “All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.” Let us use that time wisely to defend the very principles that make us free. Now if you'll excuse me I have a long walk ahead. There's always something.