Our nation has a constitutional crisis

As soon as I read the first sample question and answer from the 2025 citizenship test, I immediately thought of the official statement issued by the national League of Women Voters declaring that we are in a constitutional crisis [“Citizenship test adds questions, changes format, wording,” News, Sept. 20].

The question: There are three branches of government. Why?

Answers: So one part does not become too powerful; checks and balances; separation of powers.

On April 17, the league said: “From the flagrant disregard for congressional authority and governmental check and balances to defying Supreme Court orders ... one thing is abundantly clear: our country is in a constitutional crisis.” That is spot on.

The second sample question is worth noting,

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