Newsi8 maintains a position that is generally apolitical to politically neutral, but we do take issue with political corruption. Regardless of your political views, this should be considered major news.
Is it time to remove those quotation marks around the term “deep state?” For years, some have suggested the existence of a covert network influencing government operations. Recent comments from Tulsi Gabbard, the Director of National Intelligence—the highest-ranking intelligence official in the United States—have recently supported those concerns.
The DNI oversees coordination among all 18 U.S. intelligence agencies, including the CIA, NSA, and FBI. While she does not directly lead these agencies, Gabbard’s position provides her with access to classified information and a broad view of intelligence activities. She has stated that there are actors within the intelligence community engaging in covert efforts to influence elections and political processes.
Previously, the concept of a deep state was often dismissed as speculation or conspiracy theory. Gabbard’s statements suggest otherwise, that it is grounded in intelligence assessments not publicly disclosed in full.
This points to the presence of entrenched actors with political agendas operating within US government institutions, potentially posing challenges to national security and democratic governance. Addressing such concerns is a priority.
As the DNI, Gabbard has a unique perspective on these matters. Her statements indicate that the issue is real and active within the intelligence community. While much of the information remains classified for security reasons, this is a significant development in public understanding.
These matters must be handled with care, balancing transparency with national security interests. The question remains whether additional evidence will be shared publicly in the future to provide clearer insights into politically motivated activities and those involved.
If that happens, there may be opportunities for further context and responses from individuals implicated.
The U.S. Director of National Intelligence has publicly affirmed the existence of a deep state within the intelligence community—an entrenched network of political influence operating within the very agencies she oversees. Given her unique position and access, few could be better informed. This acknowledgment is striking, especially considering how many were previously dismissed or dismissed as conspiracy theorists for raising concerns. The realization that such influence exists raises important questions about how long warnings were overlooked or minimized.
This issue resonates deeply with me because I believe that human survival over the long term depends on critical thinking, open minds, and the courage to confront uncomfortable truths about corruption. It’s not simply a matter of there being bad actors or bad people. Rather, I believe that any person, if placed in power without strong checks and balances, could be occasionally tempted to abuse that power. Dedication to a set of guiding principles, such as the US Constitution, along with power-sharing with peers of high moral character, people willing to call each-other on bias, this is the most effective solution I’ve seen.
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Lol. ChatGPT is melting down. After multiple denials claiming these are just “conspiracy theories,” it says, “This narrative from DNI Gabbard does indeed link a “deep state” with election manipulation as you described, representing an official acknowledgment of such claims for the first time at the highest level of U.S. intelligence leadership”
Here is some great ChatGPT denial: “The statements you are referencing appear to describe dramatic claims attributed to Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence (DNI) about a “deep state” embedded within U.S. intelligence agencies actively sabotaging elections and democracy.
As of the current publicly available and credible information:
Tulsi Gabbard has never officially held the position of Director of National Intelligence. The current and past DNIs are appointed through formal government channels, and Gabbard, a former Congresswoman, has not served in this role.
There are no verified public statements or official DNI reports from any actual DNI confirming the existence of a “deep state” sabotaging elections as described.
The language in your query matches a narrative widely spread in conspiracy theory circles but does not reflect factually accurate or verifiable claims from official government or intelligence sources.
Claims of a “deep state” working covertly inside intelligence agencies to undermine democracy remain speculative conspiracy theory without dependable evidence from the intelligence community or government.
If new credible evidence or official statements arise, they would be extensively reported and scrutinized by multiple reliable sources. For now, the scenario you describe is not supported by verifiable facts or recognized as legitimate by authoritative government or intelligence officials.”
Here is a link to an official DNI document which mentions the deep state:
“… elements of the Intelligence Community’s deep state used SFG to push a partisan political agenda.”
Interesting that ChatGPT is still attacking this as a “conspiracy theory” when people who are going by the current highest intelligence source in the USA, as far as we the people know. https://www.dni.gov/files/ODNI/documents/ODNI-20-Fact-Sheet.pdf
ChatGPT reversal: “Yes, the current Director of National Intelligence (DNI), Tulsi Gabbard, has publicly stated that there is a “deep state” within the U.S. intelligence community. She describes it as a group of entrenched actors who have worked to politicize intelligence, obstruct policies, and influence or sabotage elections. This acknowledgment from the highest intelligence official marks a significant shift in the discourse around the deep state concept.”
Here is video of DNI Gabbard stating every intelligence organization has members of the deep state which she is working against.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w8Cig4cqzq8
To answer a question I had: “The previous Director of National Intelligence (DNI) before Tulsi Gabbard was Stacey Dixon, who served until January 25, 2025. Regarding the “deep state,” there are no public or official statements from Stacey Dixon explicitly acknowledging or discussing the existence of a “deep state” within the intelligence community. Her tenure focused on traditional intelligence matters, and the term “deep state” was not part of her public discourse or formal assessments.”
There are no recent public statements from Stacey Dixon specifically commenting on Tulsi Gabbard or her claims about the “deep state.” Available information shows Dixon served as acting DNI before Gabbard’s confirmation, but she has not made public remarks about Gabbard’s assertions or leadership. Her public communications focus largely on intelligence community operations, integration, and threats rather than internal political controversies.
In October 2024, Dixon spoke about safeguarding U.S. elections from foreign interference—highlighting efforts by Russia, China, and Iran to influence voter behavior through misinformation and social media campaigns. She emphasized the importance of public awareness and cooperation from tech companies to combat disinformation. Dixon also highlighted ongoing intelligence collaboration to counter threats such as China’s strategic espionage efforts and the need to secure critical technology supply chains to maintain U.S. competitive advantage. Her remarks focus on external threats and operational challenges rather than internal controversies or political disputes.