Blinken’s State Dept. Held Taxpayer-Funded ‘Cry Sessions’ After Trump’s Election: Report [WATCH]

Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Calif., recently criticized Secretary of State Antony Blinken after reports revealed that the State Department held therapy sessions for employees upset by President-elect Donald Trump’s election victory.

Issa raised concerns about the use of taxpayer funds for counseling sessions aimed at calming employees who were reportedly struggling with the results of a democratic election.

In a letter sent to Blinken last week, Issa questioned why the State Department was offering government-funded mental health support for federal employees who were distressed by the election outcome. “I am concerned that the Department is catering to federal employees who are personally devastated by the normal functioning of American democracy through the provision of government-funded mental health counseling because Kamala Harris was not elected President of the United States,” Issa wrote.

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The letter follows a report from The Free Beacon earlier this month that detailed two therapy sessions allegedly held at the State Department following Trump’s victory.

According to the report, one session was described as an “information cry session.”

Additionally, an email sent to employees invited them to attend an “insightful webinar” focused on “stress management techniques” to help them cope with what was described as a “challenging time” after Trump’s victory.

The email promoting the webinar emphasized the difficulty of change, stating, “Change is a constant in our lives, but it can often bring about stress and uncertainty.”

It continued, “Join us for an insightful webinar where we delve into effective stress management techniques to help you navigate these challenging times. This session will provide tips and practical strategies for managing stress and maintaining your well-being.”

Issa expressed concern over the reported sessions, calling them “disturbing” and questioning why nonpartisan government officials were reportedly experiencing a “personal meltdown” over the result of a fair election.

While Issa acknowledged the importance of mental health, he voiced his concerns about the appropriateness of using taxpayer dollars for these sessions, specifically those tied to employees’ personal reactions to the election results.

He demanded answers from Blinken, asking how many sessions had been conducted, how many more were planned, and the total cost of these services to the department. “These are legitimate questions that deserve a response,” Issa wrote.

Further, Issa raised concerns about the long-term impact of the therapy sessions on the effectiveness of the State Department’s workforce.

He suggested that these sessions could potentially undermine the agency’s ability to implement the policies of the incoming Trump administration.

“The mere fact that the Department is hosting these sessions raises significant questions about the willingness of its personnel to implement the lawful policy priorities that the American people elected President Trump to pursue and implement,” Issa said in his letter.

Issa added that if any State Department employees were unwilling to carry out Trump’s agenda, they should consider resigning and seeking political appointments in future Democratic administrations. “If foreign service officers cannot follow through on the American people’s preferences, they should resign and seek a political appointment in the next Democrat administration,” he stated.

At the time of publication, the State Department had not responded to a request for comment from Fox News Digital regarding the reported therapy sessions.

This controversy comes as the Trump administration prepares to implement significant changes to U.S. foreign policy.

The tension between career government employees and the new administration’s policies has been a recurring issue, particularly with federal employees who have expressed resistance to Trump’s agenda.

Rep. Issa’s letter reflects ongoing concerns among conservatives about the direction of federal agencies under the incoming administration and the role of career bureaucrats in shaping policy.

As the Trump administration sets its priorities, questions about the efficiency and effectiveness of government operations, particularly in agencies like the State Department, will continue to be a key point of contention.

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