KAKISTOCRACY (noun) — Government by the worst, least qualified, or most unscrupulous people.
In Their Own Words

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A searchable collection of documented public statements from people covered by the Kakistocracy Files.

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5728 quotes
“We have it totally under control.”
— Donald Trump
January 22, 2020   •   CNBC interview at the World Economic Forum, discussing coronavirus.
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“Hit Iran.”
— Lindsey Graham
January 1, 2024   •   Graham advocating military strikes against Iranian targets after a drone attack killed three U.S. service members in Jordan.
Lindsey Graham public statement
“Families can be deported together.”
— Tom Homan
October 9, 2026   •   Homan discussing mass deportation plans.
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“America needs to be strong militarily.”
— Doug Burgum
October 3, 2026   •   Burgum discussing national security.
Doug Burgum Presidential Campaign
“Despite the constant negative press covfefe.”
— Donald Trump
May 31, 2017   •   Post on Twitter shortly after midnight.
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“We can't see your plane.”
— Donald Trump
July 24, 2018   •   Trump recounting what he said foreign officials or military personnel told him about the F-35's stealth capabilities.
Veterans of Foreign Wars National Convention
“Some I don't like at all.”
— Donald Trump
July 24, 2026   •   Trump joking about journalists while speaking at the White House Correspondents Dinner.
White House Correspondents Dinner
“Joe Biden is so committed to having an open border.”
— Rick Scott
January 24, 2024   •   Scott's characterization of Biden's immigration policy. Biden did not describe his policy as favoring an open border.
Office of Senator Rick Scott
“Every single state.”
— Mike Lindell
August 5, 2021   •   Answer to CNN when asked whether votes had been changed in every state; CNN reported election and cybersecurity experts found no proof supporting his hacking claims.
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“There's going to be additional work for the FCC ahead.”
— Brendan Carr
September 17, 2025   •   Carr discussing the FCC's possible response if broadcasters did not address conduct involving Jimmy Kimmel. The remarks generated substantial First Amendment controversy.
Brendan Carr interview / CNN transcript
“We believe the president has the authority to control the executive branch.”
— Russell Vought
October 3, 2026
Public remarks
“We are stronger together.”
— Kimberly Guilfoyle
October 3, 2026   •   Guilfoyle encouraging unity among conservative activists.
Kimberly Guilfoyle political remarks
“The Democratic Party is trying to replace the current electorate with new people, more obedient voters from the Third World.”
— Tucker Carlson
October 9, 2026   •   Carlson discussing immigration.
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“Our constitutional democracy enshrines the peaceful transfer of power.”
— Hillary Clinton
November 9, 2016
Concession speech
“Parents do your job, or we will do ours.”
— Jeanine Pirro
May 15, 2026   •   Pirro announced increased enforcement concerning large youth gatherings described by authorities as teen takeovers and possible parental responsibility for criminal conduct.
U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia
“It's like incredible.”
— Donald Trump
January 23, 2016   •   Trump reacting to his claim that his supporters were so loyal he could shoot somebody on Fifth Avenue without losing voters.
Trump Campaign Rally — Sioux Center, Iowa
“Don't let anyone tell you we don't have what it takes.”
— Hillary Clinton
July 28, 2016
Democratic National Convention
“Without Iran there is no Hamas.”
— Lindsey Graham
October 1, 2023   •   Graham emphasizing Iranian financial and military support for Hamas. Hamas also has independent political, financial and organizational structures.
Lindsey Graham media remarks