Morning Joe 'Is there no oversight?' Joe shocked by Congress' silence on Trump's East Wing demolition
Oct 23, 2025
Political columnist John Heilman joins the discussion on the significant implications of the East Wing's demolition at the White House. They dive into questions of congressional oversight, examining whether the president can remodel without prior consultation. Heilman emphasizes historical perspectives on such renovations, arguing for the necessity of respecting traditional norms. The episode also critiques the current lack of accountability in governance, linking the demolition to broader trends of eroding democratic principles.
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Demolition Highlights Oversight Vacuum
- Joe Scarborough warns the White House demolition raises the question of whether there's any oversight left.
- He argues Congress holds the purse and should check executive actions but is failing to do so.
Demolition Part Of Broader Pattern
- Scarborough and others link the White House demolition to broader contempt for Congressional oversight.
- They see it as part of a pattern where the executive avoids scrutiny across agencies.
Use The Purse To Enforce Oversight
- Joe Scarborough urges Congress to use its power over spending to enforce oversight.
- He suggests freezing or withholding funds to make the executive branch answer for actions.