Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Calif., took aim at Secretary of State Antony Blinken after it was reported that the State Department held therapy sessions for employees who were upset over President-elect Trump’s election victory.
Issa said in a statement, “I am concerned that the Department is underserving, through the provision of government-funded mental health counseling, federal employees who have been personally devastated by the normal functioning of American democracy because of Kamala Harris. Was not elected President of the United States.” Letter to Blinken last week.
The letter follows a Free Beacon report earlier this month that detailed two alleged therapy sessions held at the State Department after Trump’s victory, with sources telling the outlet that one such instance was an informational “crying session.” .
In another example, an email was sent to agency employees and a separate “practical webinar where we will discuss effective stress management techniques to help you cope with these challenging times” following Trump’s victory, according to the report.
“Change is a constant in our lives, but it can often bring stress and uncertainty,” the email said. “Join us for an insightful webinar where we will discuss effective stress management techniques to help you cope with these challenging times. This session will provide tips and practical strategies for managing stress and maintaining your well-being.
In his letter to Blinken, Issa argued that the reported sessions were “disturbing” and that “non-partisan government officials” should not suffer “personal meltdown over the outcome of a free and fair election.”
While the Republican lawmaker acknowledged that the mental health of agency staff was important, he questioned the use of taxpayer dollars to counsel people troubled by the election, how many sessions have been held, how many more are planned, And how much does the department have to bear for the sessions?
Issa also feared that Sessions might question the willingness of some State Department employees to carry out Trump’s new vision for the agency.
The letter states, “The mere fact that the Department is hosting these sessions raises significant questions about the willingness of its personnel to pursue and implement legitimate policy priorities that are supported by the American people. elected President Trump.” “The Trump administration has a mandate for wholesale change in the foreign policy arena, and if Foreign Service officers cannot follow the priorities of the American people, they should resign and seek political appointment in the next Democrat administration. “
The State Department did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.
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