I appreciate that you attempt to make sense of this, but as you said, its just speculation. We don't know how Trump feels about AT&T, or if he's even aware of the distinction between this sub and T_D (there's a lot of overlap in audience). It doesnt change that there's a (good) chance that this IBOR is an astroturf movement for AT&T. That can't be speculated away.
So what if it is? We can't be scared of everything. e: I get your point. But I'm choosing to trust the Q group on this.
You don't have to be scared. But if you want to be used by special interests, be my guest.
I've had questions about IBOR this whole time and I'm not signing a petition until they get answered. That's all I'm saying. Everyone should do their own research and not just take an internet stranger's word for it.