Best of the Program | Guests: Kash Patel & Russ Vought | 9/26/23
Sep 26, 2023
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Former Department of Defense Chief of Staff Kash Patel discusses dangers of the deep state in his newest book. Center for Renewing America President Russ Vought dives into failing budget proposal debate and possibility of government shutdown. Topics include misused funds in Ukraine, impact of government shutdown on social security and veterans benefits, decline of America's manufacturing base, and strategy to defund non-defense spending to crush the weaponized bureaucracy.
The podcast exposes the pervasive influence of the deep state, a group of entrenched individuals within the government who use their positions to serve their own interests rather than the American people.
The deep state collaborates with mainstream media outlets to shape political narratives, leak information, and defeat the agenda of figures like Donald Trump.
Deep dives
The deep state and its influence in the government
The podcast episode discusses the concept of the deep state and its pervasive influence across various government agencies and departments. The deep state is described as a group of entrenched individuals within the government who use their positions to serve their own interests rather than the American people. It is revealed that this deep state exists in all branches of government, including legislative, executive, and even judiciary. The impact of the deep state is highlighted by its collaboration with mainstream media to shape political narratives and leak information to further their agendas.
Personal experiences revealing government corruption
The speaker shares personal experiences that led them to realize the extent of government corruption. They first encountered it while working on prosecuting terrorists and discovering the mishandling of the Hillary Clinton email scandal. This was followed by their involvement in the investigation of the Russia-gate scandal. The unlawful actions, unethical behavior, and political motivations of prominent figures in agencies like the FBI, DOJ, and CIA are exposed. The speaker emphasizes the need to build institutions to protect whistleblowers and encourages more individuals to come forward.
Understanding the deep state's operations
The podcast highlights how the deep state operates through collaboration with mainstream media outlets. They leak information to these media partners to shape political narratives, influence public opinion, and defeat the agenda of figures like Donald Trump. The deep state's influence extends to every agency and department of the government, and they use their position to avoid prosecution. The speaker names individuals connected to the deep state, highlighting their actions and affiliations with government agencies and law firms. The speaker believes that the deep state forms approximately 10% of the government.
Reforming the government and restoring justice
The speaker discusses the need for reforms to combat the deep state and restore justice. They suggest personnel changes by removing individuals connected to the deep state and building institutions to support whistleblowers. The speaker emphasizes the importance of Congress suspending budgets of corrupt individuals and line items that contribute to government corruption. By cutting funding and eliminating positions tied to corruption, the speaker believes it is possible to fix agencies like the FBI, DOJ, and CIA. They also highlight the need for collective efforts and responsible leadership from the next president and conservatives across branches of government.
America is destroying all of its reserves while sending Ukraine billions to support its businesses, firefighters, and politicians. Center for Renewing America President Russ Vought joins to discuss the failing budget proposal debate and the possibility of a government shutdown. Former Department of Defense Chief of Staff Kash Patel joins to discuss his newest book, “Government Gangsters,” which pulls back the curtain and reveals the dangers of the deep state.