I mean I’d wager it’s more simple than that, really.
“Look, we have to stop denying these available revenue streams especially when they produce more money than facts and verifiable information. We’re just leaving money on the table, damn it! Who cares about the consequences as long as we can increase profits!”
No they’re not.
“Waaah, we were forced to tell the truth and stick to facts. Please oh please, Republicans, allow us to continue lying and misnform the public!”
I mean I’d wager it’s more simple than that, really.
“Look, we have to stop denying these available revenue streams especially when they produce more money than facts and verifiable information. We’re just leaving money on the table, damn it! Who cares about the consequences as long as we can increase profits!”
Occam’s Razor confirms this.
No additional assumptions required, just normal revenue seeking.