3 chapters across the catalog
Serafin analyzes the breakdown of traditional congressional norms, such as cabinet confirmations and budget passing. He argues that federal government shutdowns are largely unnoticeable to the average citizen, proving the redundancy of the Washington bureaucracy.
Federal Workforce Absenteeism, Department of Government Efficiency Reports
Reports from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) indicate that a significant portion of the federal workforce in Washington, D.C., and other major cities rarely occupies physical office spaces. Observations of federal buildings in Austin, Texas, and the capital suggest parking lots and offices remain empty during peak business hours. Claims suggest upwards of half of the federal workforce may only report to physical locations once per month, contrasting with the 18-hour shifts worked by Border Patrol and Federal Marshals.
Millie Weaver Undercover Investigation, Sunrise Movement, and Shutdown DC
Investigative journalist Millie Weaver presents leaked Zoom footage of the Sunrise Movement and Shutdown DC planning a "multi-level coup" following the 2020 election. The recordings feature federal employees and national security contractors discussing how to blockade the White House and airports. The host argues this proves the left was prepared to use violence and disruption regardless of the election outcome.
