Jack there is so much in your post and I agree, though it is being presented as a “personal issue” there have been, for months now, rumors of her departure…either resignation, or being “fired” by Trump…but the very big concern, besides all the important issues you mentioned, is WHO will replace her…or will she be replaced, or will Marco Rubio take this task on as well (being a bit of smart aleck here). Every departure in this regime has resulted with a replacement equally as bad, or worse…Todd Blanche being the #1 prime example! I am certain Trump is waiting for Putin’s input on this subject, as he seems to have a lot of power in Donald’s decisions! Every single day seems to bring even more lunacy, even more things to worry about…I just want a peaceful life, and never imagined that at this point in my life I would feel like I was in a protracted battle for my country! Trying very, very hard to #HoldFast !!!
In January 2001, George W Bush was sworn in as President. The results of the November election leading to this were, in a way, determined by the Supreme Court (Bush v Gore).
On September 11, 2001, Osama bin Laden and his cronies had the day of their dreams.
Jack, in the section entitled ‘America’s Enemies Watch Moments Like This Closely’, you, while writing about the impact of Tulsi Gabbard’s departure, listed many things foreign adversaries study; some of these were leadership changes, internal conflict, cabinet turmoil, congressional dysfunction, and public distrust.
Could 2001 be repeating itself in 2026? Is this ripe for the picking?
Please know I’m only comparing the atmospheres of then and now and not comparing the 2001 President to today’s president. No one deserves that comparison.
My guess is she was hired for a reason, found she could not complete whatever she was hired to do. Not sure how much more damage she could do. #HoldingFast (and yes, the only people he's
fired from the cabinet and cabinet-level, all women. How much longer is Susie Wiles going to be around?)
The system was brittle even with her "leadership." She was hardly on top of her role. The institutional mistrust has been baked in since she took office, especially when Trump listened to Loomers advice and fired numerous top authorities. Things are hardly going to fracture any further than they already have.
It's been a total shit sandwich, just now it's got extra shit on top like a shit cherry on a shit sundae. There's nothing new under the sun with Gabbard's exit. I'm no more worried today than I was last week, which is to say extremely but I'm not getting my dander up over the latest developments anymore. It's just another news cycle. Yawn.
She was just a figurehead to head the DNI. Trump only listens to who else is in his vicinity rather than the department heads, thinking he alone knows more about the subject than anyone else, and then acts upon his worst instincts. So Tulsi’s out. Another woman in a leadership position. And another man to take her place who will be unqualified and inexperienced because Trump only hires the “best people.” A smart business man he is not.
Jack, I think you may get a kick out of this. Just before her “resignation” was announced I ordered a crossbody lanyard strap for my phone that’s supposed to be safe from slicing. LOL
Was I preparing, or what? I hope nobody yanks my head off with it.
She has been on the hot seat for a while and even had a recent period of not being available or her whereabouts know… not surprised she’s gone. There is a temp there for now. Quite frankly I am surprised our government is evening functioning on any level other than chaos. If I remember correctly she voted against going after Iran along with all the others and drumpf went ahead because of a “feeling”. What an ass!
JFC Jack.. this administration is already a complete shitshow. I’m watching who is next to fill this position. The incompetency of this administration is going to get people killed. #HOLDFAST
In cases like this, I feel that history is once again being experienced. Americans, for the longest time, haven't paid attention to what their government is doing. We are experiencing things that haven't been experienced in a long time. History is evolving and now is the time for ALL of us to wake up and see with our own eyes what is happening.
Americans were taught to believe we are big brother and now things have changed. The American people are who will ensure positive change is made again.
Baby Boomers were the change for civil rights and other things.
The newest generations, Gen X, Millennials, Gen Z, and Gen Alpha are the generations that now need to speak up and start talking about change with the top being Race and Corruption.
Fwiw, one of the biggest things the government does is risk assessment, both external and internal. The remaining employees, both frontline and management, are wondering what shoe's going to drop next. Will it be their jobs? Will they be forced to submit to the administration's directives, even if it goes against the Constitution and what it means? Honestly, nobody can take that for very long. They might stay in government, but if they're approached by an enemy of the US to provide info, all bets are off now. I really hope and pray that this doesn't happen.
Did Tulsi Gabbard even go to work? What a mess! There’s nothing like serving the US on a silver (and gold) platter to Russia, China, Iran, Saudi Arabia…they’ve been wanting the destruction of our nation for decades. We are not safe, not under this chaotic disastrous mess. Drain the swamp? They’ve sold us out. And that corrupt Todd Blanche has to go. We have to keep doing all we can. Collectively. Helping people register to vote. Protests. Getting information out. Opening communication to reach across the aisle. More Republicans and independents will change their minds.
Executive Branch “leadership” is full of untrustworthy people who are severely politicized. Many experienced intelligence people are gone. Priorities have been reset to favor authoritarian regimes over democratic allies. Other priorities redefine “enemies”, with some being our fellow Americans. It will take a concentrated effort to rebuild trust again but it’s worth the strife.
I don’t think it matters as to who replaces Gabbard, except to professional DNI, the 🍊💩 isn’t going to go on anything but its “ gut feelings “ aka what Israel or Russia decree.
I feel so sorry for those who have to continue doing all they can to protect the US and their allies from this shitshow of an administration. I don’t even know if Five Eyes is a thing anymore!
Jack there is so much in your post and I agree, though it is being presented as a “personal issue” there have been, for months now, rumors of her departure…either resignation, or being “fired” by Trump…but the very big concern, besides all the important issues you mentioned, is WHO will replace her…or will she be replaced, or will Marco Rubio take this task on as well (being a bit of smart aleck here). Every departure in this regime has resulted with a replacement equally as bad, or worse…Todd Blanche being the #1 prime example! I am certain Trump is waiting for Putin’s input on this subject, as he seems to have a lot of power in Donald’s decisions! Every single day seems to bring even more lunacy, even more things to worry about…I just want a peaceful life, and never imagined that at this point in my life I would feel like I was in a protracted battle for my country! Trying very, very hard to #HoldFast !!!
In January 2001, George W Bush was sworn in as President. The results of the November election leading to this were, in a way, determined by the Supreme Court (Bush v Gore).
On September 11, 2001, Osama bin Laden and his cronies had the day of their dreams.
Jack, in the section entitled ‘America’s Enemies Watch Moments Like This Closely’, you, while writing about the impact of Tulsi Gabbard’s departure, listed many things foreign adversaries study; some of these were leadership changes, internal conflict, cabinet turmoil, congressional dysfunction, and public distrust.
Could 2001 be repeating itself in 2026? Is this ripe for the picking?
Please know I’m only comparing the atmospheres of then and now and not comparing the 2001 President to today’s president. No one deserves that comparison.
My guess is she was hired for a reason, found she could not complete whatever she was hired to do. Not sure how much more damage she could do. #HoldingFast (and yes, the only people he's
fired from the cabinet and cabinet-level, all women. How much longer is Susie Wiles going to be around?)
The system was brittle even with her "leadership." She was hardly on top of her role. The institutional mistrust has been baked in since she took office, especially when Trump listened to Loomers advice and fired numerous top authorities. Things are hardly going to fracture any further than they already have.
It's been a total shit sandwich, just now it's got extra shit on top like a shit cherry on a shit sundae. There's nothing new under the sun with Gabbard's exit. I'm no more worried today than I was last week, which is to say extremely but I'm not getting my dander up over the latest developments anymore. It's just another news cycle. Yawn.
Great post Jack. Thank you.
She was just a figurehead to head the DNI. Trump only listens to who else is in his vicinity rather than the department heads, thinking he alone knows more about the subject than anyone else, and then acts upon his worst instincts. So Tulsi’s out. Another woman in a leadership position. And another man to take her place who will be unqualified and inexperienced because Trump only hires the “best people.” A smart business man he is not.
Jack, I think you may get a kick out of this. Just before her “resignation” was announced I ordered a crossbody lanyard strap for my phone that’s supposed to be safe from slicing. LOL
Was I preparing, or what? I hope nobody yanks my head off with it.
#HoldFast
She has been on the hot seat for a while and even had a recent period of not being available or her whereabouts know… not surprised she’s gone. There is a temp there for now. Quite frankly I am surprised our government is evening functioning on any level other than chaos. If I remember correctly she voted against going after Iran along with all the others and drumpf went ahead because of a “feeling”. What an ass!
#HOLDFAST
Teri
I can tell you what the cumulative effect is. I am crying and wish I could jump out a window.
#Holdfast 😢
JFC Jack.. this administration is already a complete shitshow. I’m watching who is next to fill this position. The incompetency of this administration is going to get people killed. #HOLDFAST
Spy 🤬❗
In cases like this, I feel that history is once again being experienced. Americans, for the longest time, haven't paid attention to what their government is doing. We are experiencing things that haven't been experienced in a long time. History is evolving and now is the time for ALL of us to wake up and see with our own eyes what is happening.
Americans were taught to believe we are big brother and now things have changed. The American people are who will ensure positive change is made again.
Baby Boomers were the change for civil rights and other things.
The newest generations, Gen X, Millennials, Gen Z, and Gen Alpha are the generations that now need to speak up and start talking about change with the top being Race and Corruption.
Fwiw, one of the biggest things the government does is risk assessment, both external and internal. The remaining employees, both frontline and management, are wondering what shoe's going to drop next. Will it be their jobs? Will they be forced to submit to the administration's directives, even if it goes against the Constitution and what it means? Honestly, nobody can take that for very long. They might stay in government, but if they're approached by an enemy of the US to provide info, all bets are off now. I really hope and pray that this doesn't happen.
Did Tulsi Gabbard even go to work? What a mess! There’s nothing like serving the US on a silver (and gold) platter to Russia, China, Iran, Saudi Arabia…they’ve been wanting the destruction of our nation for decades. We are not safe, not under this chaotic disastrous mess. Drain the swamp? They’ve sold us out. And that corrupt Todd Blanche has to go. We have to keep doing all we can. Collectively. Helping people register to vote. Protests. Getting information out. Opening communication to reach across the aisle. More Republicans and independents will change their minds.
Executive Branch “leadership” is full of untrustworthy people who are severely politicized. Many experienced intelligence people are gone. Priorities have been reset to favor authoritarian regimes over democratic allies. Other priorities redefine “enemies”, with some being our fellow Americans. It will take a concentrated effort to rebuild trust again but it’s worth the strife.
I don’t think it matters as to who replaces Gabbard, except to professional DNI, the 🍊💩 isn’t going to go on anything but its “ gut feelings “ aka what Israel or Russia decree.
I feel so sorry for those who have to continue doing all they can to protect the US and their allies from this shitshow of an administration. I don’t even know if Five Eyes is a thing anymore!