[kelipso]

The most likely reason is convenience, not escaping record keeping.

[Libcat99]

The report includes notes on certain messages having durations set before they would disappear. This indicates intent.

[Aeolun]

Sure, but I’m willing to give them the benefit of the doubt on that count. I’m fairly sure that’s because they felt it would be safer if the confidential info they sent wouldn’t stay around.

[matwood]

It can certainly be both. Just like they have already tried to shield DOGE from FOIA transparency requests.

[anigbrowl]

Then why would you enable the disappearing messages functionality?

[KerrAvon]

Avoiding government record keeping is literally part of the Project 2025 plan.

[lesuorac]

Avoiding FOIA requests is the reason every secretary of state since Collin Powell uses private email to conduct business.