Blinken Criticized For Using Taxpayer Funds On Post-Election Counseling

Secretary of State Antony Blinken is under scrutiny for organizing taxpayer-funded therapy sessions at the State Department after President-elect Donald Trump’s win. Reports indicate that the sessions were intended to help employees cope with the election results, particularly Vice President Kamala Harris’ defeat.

Rep. Darrell Issa (R-CA) expressed outrage in a letter to Blinken, calling the sessions an inappropriate use of federal resources. “The Department must remain focused on its mission rather than indulging partisan sensitivities,” Issa wrote, questioning whether employees could effectively implement Trump’s agenda.

An agency-wide email reportedly promoted the sessions as webinars for stress management. Issa criticized the Department’s decision to allocate resources to what he described as political grievances. He suggested that any employees unable to support the incoming administration’s policies should step aside.

Issa also demanded transparency, requesting details about the number of sessions, their cost, and whether more are planned. He emphasized that taxpayer dollars should not be spent on activities unrelated to the Department’s core responsibilities.

The incident has drawn criticism from conservatives, who argue that the therapy sessions reflect partisanship within federal agencies. Many believe that such actions undermine public trust and the nonpartisan nature of government institutions.

Calls for greater oversight and accountability have intensified in response to the controversy. Critics are urging federal agencies to focus on their missions and ensure that public funds are used appropriately.

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