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When reports surfaced in the media that the federal government's personnel office was planning to hire a driver to ferry around agency directors, officials quickly launched an investigation to find out who was leaking to the press,
The Trump administration, in an effort to curb leaks, employed aggressive tactics including polygraph tests and extensive investigations, even targeting minor leaks. This approach was highlighted by the case of a senior official who was subjected to a polygraph test after a minor leak about a meeting between President Trump and then-FBI Director James Comey. The administration's actions were part of a broader strategy to instill fear and deter leaks, with officials facing intense scrutiny and potential career repercussions. The use of such measures was criticized for creating a chilling effect on government employees and potentially undermining the free flow of information necessary for democratic governance.

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