Ted Noel discusses the potential benefits of a government shutdown in restoring constitutional governance in the United States. He critiques how various government agencies and arguments surrounding them diverge from the original constitutional framework.
1. Constitutional Structure and Misinterpretation:
• The U. S. Constitution establishes three branches of government: Legislative, Executive, and Judicial, with specific powers assigned to each.
• Some commentators argue against presidential oversight of the Department of Justice (DOJ), claiming it undermines independence.
2. Political Commentary and Gender Bias:
• The article highlights reactions to appointments in government, particularly targeting Trump administration staff selections and alleged sexism in critiques regarding the appearance of female appointees.
3. The Unitary Executive Theory:
• There is a belief among some groups that there's a fourth "Expert" branch of government due to the complexities of governance, which detracts from elected official oversight.
• The article emphasizes the idea that the government often makes decisions that ultimately harm citizens, using COVID-19 policy decisions as an example.
4. Critique of Expert Agencies:
• Noel disapproves of the reliance on so-called "experts" in government, arguing that their decisions may not always be sound or in the public's interest.
5. Congressional Powers:
• Delegated powers of Congress include financial matters but many expert agencies operate outside these bounds.
• Historical rulings (like Humphrey's Executor) have created barriers preventing the President from dismissing certain agency heads, but recent court decisions are starting to address these issues.
6. Impending Government Shutdown:
• The potential government shutdown, fueled by disagreements among parties, is seen as a crucial moment to challenge the existing bureaucratic structure.
• Noel believes a shutdown would provide an opportunity to reveal perceived Democratic hypocrisy and eliminate non-essential government jobs.
7. Strategies for Republicans:
• The article outlines a strategy for Republicans to expose Democratic opposition to their own previously approved budgets during any forthcoming shutdown.
• There is a suggestion for Republicans to maintain a strong public presence during negotiations to highlight the consequences of government waste and push for essential functions only.
Noel proposes that a government shutdown could lead to significant changes by eliminating unnecessary governmental structures and promoting a return to more streamlined, constitutionally aligned governance. He urges action from Republican leaders to capitalize on political opportunities while criticizing the current state of government bureaucracy.
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