Is Trump fighting for or against the Deep State?

The Substack article from Health & Freedom explores the complex and ambiguous relationship between Donald Trump and the Deep State. The author, Shaughnessy, debates whether Trump is genuinely fighting against the Deep State or is an operative within it. The article defines the Deep State as a clandestine network of government members and high-level financial and industrial leaders who exercise power alongside or within the elected government, driven by motives of money and power. Key points include: Trump’s Public Image vs. Actions: Trump appears to oppose the Deep State, with endorsements from notable figures like Elon Musk and Tucker Carlson. Despite his rhetoric, Trump's actions, such as appointing lobbyists and industry leaders to key government positions and increasing budgets for military and pharmaceutical initiatives, suggest alignment with Deep State activities. Industrial Complexes: The article highlights various industrial complexes (Military, Medical, Banking) that profit from government spending and perpetuate cycles of war, sickness, and debt. Regulatory capture and lobbying are mechanisms through which industries gain power in the government. Trump’s Policies and the Deep State: Trump’s policies during his presidency, including the COVID-19 response, military spending, and national debt increase, are analyzed as supporting industrial complexes. RFK Jr.'s critique is cited, pointing out Trump’s appointments of industry leaders to government roles. Comparison to The Boys’ Homelander: Trump is compared to Homelander from "The Boys," a character who portrays a noble image but acts for self-interest and power. The author expresses hope that Trump is genuinely against the Deep State but remains skeptical due to the contradiction between his words and actions, inviting readers to provide insights into Trump’s true intentions.