I don't think that's it. They're telling us that they have their reasons and we should accept that this conclusion is in our best interest. I understand how hard it is to accept that, particularly when one lives in a "full honesty is always the best policy" world. But when given how our enemies are likely to use such information, particularly with a Congress that is so close to a Democrat takeover, it does give one pause.
Mind you, I'm not excusing this behavior. I'm just thinking out loud for an alternative rationale.
“They’re telling us that they have their reasons”
What is most amazing about this entire situation is that they have not even attempted to make that claim.
They decide to release the "list" then the Democrats will take over the House. Then they'll impeach Trump.
Just pat us on the head and suggest its best we don’t know the truth?
That’s a good one.
Usually they just make up another lie to sell us. They aren’t even trying now.
Your reasoning sounds logical.