By John Q. Hosedrinker 
The Justice Department has subpoenaed the Federal Reserve, prompting President Trump to deny any knowledge of the investigation while also criticizing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. Powell responded by stating the Justice Department is threatening possible criminal indictment related to his Senate testimony about renovations, viewing it as part of the administration’s pressure campaign to lower interest rates. This move follows Trump’s prior expressions of considering legal action against Powell. The investigation has drawn criticism from senators, with some vowing to oppose future Trump nominees for the Fed until the matter is resolved.
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“I don’t know anything about it”: Trump denies involvement in DOJ’s Fed subpoenas, and let’s face it, that’s practically a confession in disguise. It’s the classic move, right? The guy who claims to be the ultimate expert on everything suddenly knows absolutely nothing when things get hot. It’s like the proverbial boy with chocolate icing smeared all over his face insisting he didn’t touch the cake. The sheer audacity of it all is, frankly, exhausting.
The denial, in this case, centers around the DOJ’s Fed subpoenas. He’s essentially saying, “Don’t look at me; I’m just a bystander.” But here’s the thing: presidents, especially ones known for micromanaging and making their opinions known on every conceivable topic, *should* know about such things, or at least *something* about what’s going on within their administration. It’s almost a dereliction of duty to be so utterly clueless. The fact that he’s taking the “I know nothing” route here suggests one of two things: either he’s deeply involved, or he’s suffering from a memory issue. Given his track record, the former is far more likely.
The consistent use of this phrase, “I don’t know anything about it,” has become a hallmark of his public persona. He’s used it time and again, whether it’s about his own actions, those of his administration, or even the most basic facts of the world around him. It’s a convenient shield, a way to deflect accountability. When he utters those words, it’s almost a guarantee that he’s deeply implicated. It’s a tell, a neon sign flashing his involvement. And, it’s something his supporters, tragically, seem willing to ignore.
The economic climate, and more specifically, the actions of the Federal Reserve, are areas he has commented on frequently. Yet, when subpoenas related to the Fed pop up, suddenly he’s in the dark? It doesn’t add up. His frequent criticisms of figures like Jerome Powell make this denial even more suspect. If he’s so concerned about the Fed, wouldn’t he be at least peripherally aware of investigations related to it? The cognitive dissonance is astounding.
The administration itself operates in a manner that seems to intentionally distance itself from the truth. The layers of plausible deniability are thick. He surrounds himself with yes-men and sycophants who presumably handle the dirty work, leaving him free to claim ignorance. It’s a well-worn strategy: deny, deny, deny, and hope the public doesn’t connect the dots. The fact that the lack of accountability seems to be the preferred narrative should be extremely concerning to his supporters. It’s a tacit acknowledgement that he’s either complicit or utterly detached from the realities of his own administration.
The pattern is clear. He claims to know everything when it suits him, especially when he can take credit or blame others. But when it comes to potentially damaging situations, “I don’t know anything about it” is the go-to response. It’s a strategy rooted in self-preservation, a desperate attempt to avoid the consequences of his actions or the actions of those around him.
The fact that so many people are willing to accept this as an acceptable answer is, frankly, baffling. It’s a symptom of a larger problem: a erosion of trust and a willingness to accept blatant lies. When he says he doesn’t know, it’s a signal that he very much *does* know, and that whatever plans are in motion are nearly complete.
Ultimately, this denial is less about the specifics of the subpoenas and more about the character of the man himself. It’s a window into a world where accountability is a distant concept, where responsibility is something to be avoided at all costs, and where the truth is a malleable commodity to be used for political gain. It’s a damning indictment of leadership, and it should be treated with the skepticism and scrutiny it deserves.