The US state department held therapy sessions for employees who were upset by President-elect Donald Trump’s victory. Representative Darrell Issa , R-Calif. criticised state secretary Antony Blinken and raised concerns about the government funding mental health counselling .
"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 said in a letter to Blinken last week, Fox News reported. IPL 2025 mega auction IPL Auction Live: Teams look to finalise squad on Day 2 IPL Auction Day 2: Who's left with how much and slots to fill IPL Auction 2025: Who got whom The correspondence followed a Free Beacon article this month describing two alleged counselling sessions at the State Department after Trump's win. Sources indicated that one session essentially became an emotional gathering.
Additionally, agency staff received an email promoting a separate webinar focused on stress management strategies during this period following Trump's victory. The email stated: "Change is a constant in our lives, but it can often bring about stress and uncertainty. 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 s.
