My mental model of trust is to not buy a car from a salesperson you like. Normally, if you are feeling nice and secure, it is because someone has manipulated y

My mental model of trust is to not buy a car from a salesperson you like. Normally, if you are feeling nice and secure, it is because someone has manipulated you to a place of vulnerability so they can take advantage of you. This story wants me to feel like the US government is prudent, competent and observant. So, naturally, I am scared shitless.