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 actually want it to go to cancer research.”
— Russell Vought
June 1, 2025   •   Vought discussing federal research funding.
CNN State of the Union / White House
“Back then, I didn’t even know the Rothschilds were Jewish.”
— Marjorie Taylor Greene
November 1, 2025   •   Greene discussing her 2018 wildfire Facebook post during an appearance on Real Time with Bill Maher.
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“We don't rely on American banks.”
— Eric Trump
October 3, 2026   •   DISPUTED QUOTE. Golf writer James Dodson said Eric made this statement during a 2014 conversation about financing Trump golf properties. Eric later called Dodson's account completely fabricated.
James Dodson Account of 2014 Conversation
“I am not making promises that I cannot keep.”
— Hillary Clinton
February 4, 2016   •   Clinton contrasting her proposals with Bernie Sanders' during the Democratic primary.
Democratic presidential debate
“The rest of the world has been ripping us off.”
— Howard Lutnick
April 6, 2025   •   Lutnick's characterization of international trade relationships.
CBS — Face the Nation
“They are supervisors. Their job is to supervise.”
— Bill Barr
September 16, 2020   •   Barr discussing senior Justice Department officials.
Hillsdale College Constitution Day Remarks
“I think I am actually humble. I think I’m much more humble than you would understand.”
— Donald Trump
July 17, 2016   •   CBS 60 Minutes interview.
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“The Biden administration's misguided policies continue to weaken U.S. energy security and our economy.”
— Doug Burgum
March 7, 2024   •   Burgum's assessment of Biden administration energy policies.
North Dakota Office of the Governor
“The State of the Union speech was yet another indicator that President Biden is committed to perpetuating division, distraction, and destructive policies.”
— Russell Vought
October 3, 2026   •   Vought's criticism of President Biden's State of the Union address.
Project 2025 coalition statement
“Broadcast licenses are not sacred cows.”
— Brendan Carr
October 3, 2026   •   Carr discussing broadcasters' responsibilities as holders of FCC licenses.
Brendan Carr interview
“There was certainly a lack of transparency from the former President.”
— Karoline Leavitt
October 3, 2026   •   Leavitt discussing Joe Biden and his administration.
White House
“Did the FBI follow the facts wherever they led?”
— Chuck Grassley
May 4, 2023   •   Grassley questioning FBI handling of information concerning Hunter Biden and the Biden family.
Office of Senator Chuck Grassley
“They sort of lost control.”
— Donald Trump
May 20, 2026   •   Trump discussing Cuba's government and political situation.
Press Gaggle After Air Force One Arrival
“Justice is supposed to be blind.”
— Jeanine Pirro
October 3, 2026
Justice with Judge Jeanine
“I don't think there has been anything quite like it, ever.”
— Donald Trump
February 5, 2026   •   Trump describing U.S. cooperation with Venezuela following major changes in the relationship between the two countries.
National Prayer Breakfast
“This country deserves better than this.”
— Alina Habba
September 6, 2024   •   Habba criticizing prosecutions involving Trump.
Donald Trump New York Press Conference
“This budget builds on the President's vision by continuing to constrain non-defense spending and reform the federal government.”
— Russell Vought
April 15, 2026   •   Vought testifying about the FY2027 budget request.
House Budget Committee
“It's not for us; it's for the free world.”
— Donald Trump
January 25, 2025   •   Trump arguing that his Greenland proposal was motivated by broader security concerns.
Air Force One Press Gaggle