An Open Letter to U.S. President, Donald J. Trump - from a Concerned Bahamian Citizen
A Cry for International Intervention and Investigation Into Alleged Corruption Within the Government of The Bahamas
Dear President Trump,
Firstly, I wish to acknowledge and commend your firm stance against corruption, authoritarianism, and criminal influence in the Western Hemisphere. Many small nations look to strong leadership from the United States when democratic institutions are under threat.
My name is Brittany Harris. I am a Bahamian national, a legal resident of Canada, a mother of four minor children, and an activist and whistleblower advocating for abused women, children, and vulnerable communities. I write to you today out of desperation and deep concern for the future of my country, The Bahamas.
Mr. President, I respectfully ask that you consider authorizing or encouraging a thorough international and U.S. supported investigation into serious and ongoing allegations of corruption within the government of The Bahamas, under the leadership of Prime Minister Philip Edward Davis.
Under this administration, our country is rapidly deteriorating. There is widespread belief among Bahamians that: Millions of dollars in public funds are missing, with little to no development or national improvement to show for it;
Members of the current administration are engaging in unchecked theft, abuse of power, and protection of individuals connected to them;
Innocent citizens, activists, and whistleblowers who speak out are being targeted, arrested, and victimized, while individuals connected to political power are shielded from accountability.
Of grave concern is the belief held by many Bahamians that immigration policy is being deliberately manipulated for political survival. We are receiving alarming information that Haitian nationals are entering The Bahamas directly from Haiti allegedly already in possession of Bahamian passports, despite being unable to speak English or demonstrate ties to our nation. Many Bahamians fear this is part of an effort to engineer a new voting bloc to maintain political power, as the current administration has lost the trust of the Bahamian people and faces growing public opposition.
Mr. President, we are a small nation with limited power to confront systemic corruption alone. We are pleading for international oversight before our democracy collapses entirely.
I also respectfully ask that your administration conduct a close review of the recent U.S. indictment involving members of the Bahamian police force. Many Bahamians strongly believe that the true mastermind behind this criminal activity may be a political figure, and that officers are being forced or allowed to take the fall to protect powerful individuals.
I do not make these claims lightly. I make them at great personal cost. I have already suffered detention, imprisonment, and separation from my children for speaking out. I fear what may come next, not only for myself, but for my country.
Mr. President, we are asking for help. We are asking for transparency, accountability, and protection for those brave enough to speak the truth. The Bahamas needs international attention before it is too late.
Respectfully,
Brittany Harris
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Bahamian National | Canadian Resident
Activist & Advocate for Abused Women and Children
