"is unprecedented in modern presidential transitions and will hobble the new administration on key national security matters as it takes over positions in the Defense Department on Wednesday"

Grade A hopium

Article describes pre-inauguration but makes no mention of post inauguration. Fluff.

Did you read the article or just link it? The article describes Pentagon officials making it difficult for Biden’s transition team. Transition team. As in before he was inaugurated today as President. The Pentagon reports to the President. It now reports to Biden.