We need to also be clear about what is happening: DT cannot just shut down a department like this via order.

But they are systematically starving agencies of resources, firing employees, and watching them bleed to death.

The fact that a reporter offers up as a line of questioning that raising prices is "Un-American".

Heavens.

In the year 2025, in all that we know and have learned, how are articles *still* using phrases like "...potential business conflicts"?

Make it make sense.

This is not a gift. It's bribery.

Correct language matters and we should call it what it is.

I understand when people say they are "not allowed" or it's "constitutionally illegal" or "breaks with precedent".

But they don't care. If there are no punitive measures, they will do whatever they want.

This matters to reporting well. There is no illegality if there are no consequences.

Ted. I have followed you for a long time because I believe you have taken action in the past. But we are all tired of cliche political catchphrases and acting like this is just gamesmanship right now.

Our democracy is being shreded before our eyes. We want action, not "country over party" posters.