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That is an interesting thought. We do know Obama (like most presidents) is pretty cozy with the Intelligence Community. We know Trump isn't. I think a coup d'e
by rudolf0 10y ago
That is an interesting thought.
We do know Obama (like most presidents) is pretty cozy with the Intelligence Community. We know Trump isn't. I think a coup d'etat or shadow government is too much of a stretch, but this may at least let them work around Trump to an extent.
Also, we're living in interesting times where thoughts like "the intelligence agencies are covertly trying to work around the President!" are actually considered a neutral or good thing by many.
- chris11 10y agoI've heard rumors that a decent number of people will resign from their jobs in the Intelligence Community. This will allow Trump to appoint more political employees. I don't know if this is true or not, but Trump's relationship with those agencies might get less hostile.
- rudolf0 10y agoWell, if the people who stick around are constantly clashing with the political appointments, things might get even more hostile.
- jessaustin 10y agoMaybe he'll appoint someone who will lie to Congress less?