Published on: Fri, 20 Mar 2026 19:03:30 GMT
Original Story: 2 former FBI agents say they were fired over their roles in Trump 2020 election probe – PBS

FBI Purge: Now With Extra Loyalty Oaths!

Oh, joy. Another week, another instance of “draining the swamp” morphing into “filling the swamp with my buddies who say nice things about me.” According to PBS, two former FBI agents are claiming they got the boot because they were involved in investigating Trump’s, shall we say, *enthusiastic* attempts to remain in power after the 2020 election. I mean, who needs pesky things like facts and evidence when you’ve got unwavering fealty, am I right?

The “Deep State” Strikes Again (Allegedly)

So, the narrative goes something like this: these agents, bless their cotton socks, were just doing their jobs, following the evidence where it led. And wouldn’t you know it, the evidence led to some uncomfortable places, involving things like fake electors and pressure on state officials. Shocking, I know. But apparently, in Trump’s world, investigating potential election shenanigans is a firing offense. Sounds legit.

Of course, this is all alleged. But let’s be real, folks. We’ve seen this movie before. Remember when Trump swore he’d surround himself with “the best people”? Turns out, “best” often translates to “most willing to parrot my talking points, regardless of reality.” And if those people happen to be in law enforcement? Well, that’s just a bonus.

But Wait, There’s More!

Now, I’m not saying these agents are saints. Maybe they had performance issues. Maybe they were secretly plotting to overthrow the government and install a socialist regime. (Okay, probably not.) But the timing is, shall we say, suspicious. Getting canned after investigating the former (and possibly future) president? That’s not a great look for the whole “rule of law” thing we supposedly cherish in this country.

The Inconsistency Is Strong With This One

Let’s take a trip down memory lane, shall we? Remember back in 2016 when Trump was practically foaming at the mouth about Hillary Clinton’s emails? He was all about investigating potential wrongdoing, holding people accountable, and “locking her up!” He even said he respected the FBI. Ah, simpler times. But the hypocrisy is palpable, you could spread it on toast. Now, suddenly, investigating potential wrongdoing is a betrayal of the people? It’s all about perspective, I guess. Specifically, Trump’s perspective, which shifts faster than the wind direction in Chicago.

And let’s not forget his constant bleating about the “Russia Hoax.” He decried the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election as a politically motivated witch hunt. Now, those who he sees as loyal are protected, and those who investigate him are “deep state” operatives. The double standard could power a small city.

The Real Question: What’s Next?

So, what does this all mean? Well, it could mean a few things. It could mean Trump is building a team of loyalists who will blindly follow his orders, regardless of legality or ethics. It could mean he’s preparing for another run at the presidency, and wants to make sure the Justice Department is firmly under his control. Or it could just mean he’s a vindictive narcissist who can’t stand to be questioned. Honestly, it’s probably a combination of all three.

The bigger picture here is the erosion of trust in our institutions. When law enforcement is seen as partisan, when investigations are perceived as politically motivated, the entire system starts to crumble. And that’s not good for anyone, except maybe authoritarian regimes who thrive on chaos and distrust.

The Potential Fallout

Think about it. If people believe the FBI is just a tool for the president to use against his enemies, why would anyone cooperate with investigations? Why would anyone trust the justice system? The answer, sadly, is they wouldn’t. And that’s a recipe for disaster. We are seeing an increase in people refusing to comply with simple requests from law enforcement, because the average person has lost all faith in the system. And, honestly, who can blame them?

“But He’s Just Playing 4D Chess!”

I know, I know. Some of you are probably thinking, “He’s just playing 4D chess! He’s got a plan! Trust the plan!” To which I say: please, for the love of all that is holy, stop drinking the Kool-Aid. There’s no 4D chess here. There’s just a guy who’s really good at manipulating people and exploiting their fears and insecurities. And he’s doing it with the help of a media ecosystem that’s all too willing to amplify his message, no matter how ridiculous it is.

So, where do we go from here? Honestly, I don’t know. But I do know that we need to start holding our leaders accountable. We need to demand transparency and integrity from our institutions. And we need to stop falling for the same old tricks. Because if we don’t, we’re going to wake up one day and find ourselves living in a country that we no longer recognize.

Snarky Takeaway

So, yeah, two FBI agents allegedly got fired for investigating Trump. Color me shocked. It’s not like he has a history of demanding loyalty and punishing dissent. Oh, wait. He totally does. And the fact that anyone is surprised by this at this point is just depressing. Maybe it’s time to invest in some tinfoil hats and move to Canada. Just kidding. (Mostly.)