Judge Andrew P. Napolitano, writing for LewRockwell.com, draws a parallel between Thomas Cromwell's manipulative methods under Henry VIII and modern executive overreach. Cromwell ensured trials offered a facade of legitimacy for executions, even when predetermined. Similarly, the U.S. Constitution establishes checks and balances to prevent the tyranny of a single opinion or individual. The Fifth Amendment requires due process for deprivation of life, liberty, or property, and Article I mandates congressional declaration of war. The Constitution separates powers among Congress, the President, and the judiciary for this reason. Presidential power is defined by the Constitution, not the president's personal belief. The author cites President Trump's actions regarding drug-trafficking boats and Iran as examples of executive overreach. These actions, whether attacking boats or imposing sanctions on Iran, bypass established legal and constitutional processes. The Constitution grants Congress the power to declare war and control funding, not the president. Intelligence assessments have consistently indicated Iran was not actively pursuing nuclear weapons, contradicting presidential claims. The article emphasizes that a president's personal belief, regardless of its source, does not constitute evidence or law. This principle extends to domestic matters like taxation and spending, where Congress holds exclusive authority. The Constitution divides power to prevent any branch from becoming too dominant, recognizing that all officials are susceptible to corruption and error. Ultimately, personal liberty and limited government depend on this separation of powers, not the unchecked opinion of one man.