President Donald J. Trump has signed an executive order that could change everything for people who’ve been unfairly targeted by the government. Titled Ending the Weaponization of the Federal Government, this order takes direct aim at how federal agencies have been used to punish political opponents over the past four years. For many, this order isn’t just a policy—it’s hope for justice.

The order calls for a full review of the actions taken by agencies like the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Intelligence Community. Their job now is to identify where their actions went beyond enforcing the law and crossed into political punishment. The administration will examine who was targeted and why, with a promise to correct these injustices.

One of the clearest examples of government overreach is the case of Tina Peters. Peters, a former county clerk, became a target after she revealed serious issues with electronic voting systems. She showed the public how these systems could connect to the internet and how important records had been erased. Her work should have been celebrated, but instead, she became a scapegoat for those who wanted to silence her.

Peters was accused of identity theft and sentenced to nine years in prison—a sentence that was politically motivated. During her trial, evidence showed she was doing her job as a county clerk, ensuring that election records were preserved. Yet none of this mattered. The system wanted to make an example out of her.

Trump’s executive order shines a light on cases like Tina Peters’. The order demands accountability for these abuses of power and insists on fairness for people who have been punished for speaking the truth. Simply put, this could be the breakthrough Tina Peters needs.

President Trump’s action is a lifeline for whistleblowers like Tina Peters, she was punished not because she broke the law, but because she stood up for what’s right. This order could lead to her release and show that justice can still prevail.

The fight for Tina Peters’ freedom is about more than one person. It’s about ensuring that the government can’t crush those who challenge it. This executive order is the first step toward that goal, and for Tina Peters, it could mean finally walking free.