The rehire was based on another investigation request from the NYPD, so theoretically, there was nothing wrong with it.
As for media opinion guidance—once you're in the spotlight, there will always be media coming out to say something.
Would the military or the government demand access to the genetic editing technology—they'd love to, but the government and companies only truly work together when they're exploiting civilians and collecting taxes.
You could say many companies sponsor senators or the president for elections, but that's a lot of companies. If one company wants officials to handle tasks for them, there will always be another company's politicians watching.
For example, if you want to invest in such technology, you need Congress's approval, and then the funds are allocated—whoever reviews it, there's a record of it.
Not only are there records, but the political donations your senator receives are also clear; it is obvious which company wants to take action.
