Constitutional damage centers on institutional capture (4.0) - watchdog abandoning legal challenge signals chilling effect on oversight independence. Rule of law (3.5) reflects normalization of politically-motivated removals without accountability. Separation of powers (3.0) shows erosion of independent oversight function. Mechanism modifier 1.25 for personnel_capture targeting oversight infrastructure. Precedent severity 1.15 as capitulation establishes pattern for future watchdog intimidation. B-score moderate: outrage_bait 3 (watchdog surrender), media_friendliness 3 (clear narrative), but limited meme_ability and novelty. Layer 2 pattern_match 3 (fits broader accountability erosion). Intentionality 6 for systematic watchdog neutralization. Delta +13.28 clearly indicates List A: real institutional damage with moderate but insufficient distraction.