Clark is sticking with Vanguard even though he’s not happy with the new junk fees or the way it was announced. The exit fee bothers Clark, but some of the other fees like talking to a broker are not unusual in the industry.
For example, Schwab does have a $50 fee: https://www.schwab.com/legal/schwab-pricing-guide-for-advisor-services
But it looks like Fidelity does not have an exit fee: Straightforward and Transparent Pricing - Fidelity
If you want to leave Vanguard, it’s important to look at fees at the alternatives because many other brokerages have these fees. It’s just shocking news coming from Vanguard. However, some brokers will absorb these fees if you choose to leave.