A former Thai senator has issued an open letter to the American public warning of a global leadership crisis and urging action to restrain the United States president, citing risks to international stability. On 19 March 2026, Dr Jemsak Pinthong posted the message on Facebook, addressing it to US citizens via the US Embassy in Thailand. He described the situation as an “international crisis with a pulse” that extends beyond domestic US politics.

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The letter outlines concerns over what he characterises as erratic leadership behaviour, including proposals such as taking control of Greenland, issuing ultimatums to Cuba, threatening to invade Mexico and discussing the annexation of Canada. He argues these actions are not strategic but instead signal instability and declining leadership judgement. He states that such behaviour is “not normal” and reflects a leader overturning the system due to personal motives.

Dr Jemsak emphasises that while global citizens cannot vote in US elections, they are affected by the outcomes of US leadership decisions, particularly given the country’s nuclear capabilities. He asserts that statements such as “I didn’t vote for him” are insufficient at the international level, where consequences extend worldwide. He adds that responsibility ultimately lies with the American public, as part of the democratic system that produced the leadership.

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The letter also raises concerns about the president’s age and mental state, describing him as nearing 80 and suggesting visible cognitive decline. It warns that a leader without long-term planning or perceived consequences could pose heightened risks, especially if driven by ego and a lack of restraint. Dr Jemsak questions why families across Asia, Europe, South America and Australia should face fears of war or economic crisis due to internal US issues.

Calling for immediate action, he urges Americans to use constitutional mechanisms to restrain and oversee the president, including potential removal if deemed mentally unfit. He stresses the urgency of acting before irreversible damage occurs, warning of the possibility of global conflict without a “reset button.” The message concludes by stating that the US must resolve the issue before it leads to wider global collapse.

Naewna the letter signals growing international concern over US leadership and its global impact, though no official response from US authorities or international bodies has been reported. It highlights the broader implications of domestic political decisions in major powers for global peace and security.

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He has a point!

He is correct, but is he allowed to do it, as in Thailand comments like this on Thai leaders are not accepted ...

Getting directions from the CCP by any chance?

Spot on.

But most worrying is that he was actually elected, even if voters with their eyes and brains fuctioning has to see his (lack of) personality and elementary decency.

And had a "normal" alternative, both in primary and general election.

Say a lot of priorities of the american public, both his voters and the ones that "didnt care" to vote.

2 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

open letter to the American public

This does absolutely nothing.

Right action is defying the US and more trade and policies

with Russia and China.

Higher tax on US products and buying Russian oil and gas.

It´s just to look at the image of the US president. After that, everyone can understand they are dealing with an unhinged, dangerous madman that has been given the most powerful position in the world.

Now, fear the result of your votes, and you, the one who voted for him, has unleashed the power of a necromancer.

He could have told that to a tree... with more impact 8-))

2 hours ago, FlorC said:

This does absolutely nothing.

Right action is defying the US and more trade and policies

with Russia and China.

Higher tax on US products and buying Russian oil and gas.

As an ex-senator, I doubt he has the ability to do that.

3 hours ago, FlorC said:

Right action is defying the US and more trade and policies

with Russia and China.

Higher tax on US products and buying Russian oil and gas.

So support Russia over Ukraine and the CCP over Taiwan?

Trust me - Trump doesn't listen to me.

5 hours ago, dinsdale said:

So support Russia over Ukraine and the CCP over Taiwan?

YES !

Supporting ukraine is going to bite the euros hard in their -ss.

China will get control over Taiwan. It is just a matter of time.

Thailand better get over to the winning side.

1 minute ago, FlorC said:

YES !

Supporting ukraine is going to bite the euros hard in their -ss.

China will get control over Taiwan. It is just a matter of time.

Thailand better get over to the winning side.

Russia will achieve it's goals in Ukraine, the US will achieve it's goals in Iran, the US and Russia will get closer and China will be more isolated. Don't care what anyone thinks but this is an interesting and possible shift in strategic global politics.

And now that oil price is up , THB is weakening.

Double whammy.

Hot season is here . I guess closing down the big malls where no-one really buys anything

and that waste energy like a small province is next to close down .

Not ex but current senators should speak up and act.