Taxpayer-Funded Counseling At State Department Raises Concerns

The Biden-Harris administration’s State Department is facing criticism for hosting therapy sessions following President-elect Donald Trump’s election victory. Outgoing Secretary of State Antony Blinken reportedly authorized the use of federal funds for the sessions, which were described by insiders as a response to Vice President Kamala Harris’ defeat.

Rep. Darrell Issa (R-CA) strongly opposed the move, arguing that the sessions amounted to coddling federal employees unable to handle the results of a democratic election. In a letter to Blinken, Issa questioned why taxpayer dollars were spent on what he described as partisan indulgence.

“The State Department has no obligation to cater to employees’ political preferences,” Issa stated. He further suggested that such actions call into question the Department’s ability to execute the policies of the incoming administration.

The sessions were advertised in an internal email as stress management webinars. Issa criticized this as an inappropriate use of federal resources and expressed concern over whether State Department personnel would support Trump’s policy agenda. He suggested those unable to fulfill their duties in a nonpartisan manner should step aside.

Issa also requested detailed information about the sessions, including their frequency, cost, and purpose. He raised doubts about the appropriateness of using public funds to address what he sees as politically motivated grievances.

The controversy has reignited debates about the neutrality of federal agencies during political transitions. Conservatives argue that using taxpayer money for such activities reflects partisan bias and undermines the credibility of institutions meant to serve all Americans.

The incident has drawn attention to the broader issue of partisanship within government agencies. Critics are calling for greater oversight to ensure federal funds are used responsibly.

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