Erick Erickson is a smart, honest conservative who has successfully navigated the Trump era with his integrity intact. I find myself agreeing with him 90%-95% of the time. Which is why I found his reaction to the recent draft childcare regulations so discouraging:

Didn’t realize how many conservatives want to be or want their wives to be welfare queens, dependent on a government handout.— Erick Erickson (@EWErickson) September 8, 2026

Before I explain why this sentiment is so disappointing, let’s review what the new White House childcare regulations would and wouldn’t do.

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