Shifting Trust: The Political Realignment on Security Institutions

This chapter explores the evolving perceptions of security institutions like the CIA and FBI within the Democratic and Republican parties. It highlights how trust has shifted dramatically over the years, particularly post-9/11 and during the Trump administration, leading to stark partisan divides. The chapter critiques the Democratic Party's transition from anti-establishment roots to a newfound alignment with these institutions, contrasting it with rising skepticism from the Republican side.