Authoritarianism as Slapstick

The strange spectacle of grievance power repeatedly humiliating itself in public courtrooms

What we are watching unfold is the full force and effect of grievance politics colliding with reality, a kakistocracy built on loyalty tests, resentment, and performative rage running headfirst into actual competence and the rule of law.

Start with the Federal Reserve, where the timing alone raises uncomfortable questions. Jerome Powell’s term as chair e…