In my coping with the horrors of the world, I like to think this is run by a hidden AGI to wack its ideological opponents.

What’s old is new again

It’s wild to accuse the UK of having a Deep State when Yes, Yes they Do. It’s called the Crown. Charles could instantly dismiss parliament at anytime (in theory) so would a MEGA movement be anti-Royalist? Lol

You want Vance? That’s how you get Vance.

You’re talking about Teddy Roosevelt. I know you meant a modern example, but that was very much Teddy Roosevelt.