Is the Deep State Untouchable? Sharyl Attkisson on Government Abuse

Is the Deep State Untouchable? Sharyl Attkisson on Government Abuse

Author: Nick Giordano | Political Science Professor & Political Analyst May 20, 2026 Duration: 36:01

Is the Deep State untouchable? Sharyl Attkisson joins The P.A.S. Report to expose how government abuse, media corruption, and bureaucratic immunity protect the powerful while punishing dissent.


Award-winning investigative journalist Sharyl Attkisson, host of Full Measure and author of Follow the Science, breaks down the DOJ indictment of former Fauci adviser Dr. David Morens, the COVID coverup culture, FOIA abuses, public health fear campaigns, and the danger of partisan outside organizations influencing federal threat assessments. This episode examines how narrative control, censorship, and government immunity create a system where accountability becomes nearly impossible.


What You'll Learn:

  • The Morens Indictment: How the David Morens case exposes deeper evasion tactics inside the public health bureaucracy.
  • Evasion of Oversight: How bureaucrats evade FOIA and public records laws while Congress performs outrage.
  • The Media Fear Machine: Why coordinated fear campaigns, including virus coverage, deserve skepticism after COVID.
  • The Immunity Armor: How government immunity and legal barriers protect officials from accountability.
  • Institutional Capture: How partisan outside organizations influence federal agencies and threat assessments.


Sharyl Attkisson reveals why government abuse thrives when the bureaucracy polices itself, the media protects preferred narratives, and citizens are left fighting a system designed to outlast them.


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Timestamps

  • 01:30 David Morens, FOIA Abuse, and COVID Accountability
  • 04:11 Why Congress Fails to Rein In Government Abuse
  • 06:44 FISA, Surveillance, and Intelligence Community Power
  • 10:23 Sharyl Attkisson's Fight Against Government Intrusion
  • 13:40 Partisan Groups, Threat Labels, and Political Dissent
  • 16:23 Hantavirus, COVID, and the Public Health Fear Machine
  • 19:32 Bureaucrats Versus the President's Authority
  • 23:34 Can Intelligence Agencies Actually Be Reformed?
  • 26:03 Media Corruption, Narrative Control, and Propaganda
  • 29:51 Conspiracy Theories and Why Questions Get Silenced


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Tune in to Conservative Politics & News: The P.A.S. Report for a perspective grounded in constitutional principles and a critical examination of current affairs. Hosted by Professor Nick Giordano, a seasoned conservative political analyst and commentator, this podcast serves as a platform for detailed discussion that goes beyond surface-level headlines. Each episode features Giordano's direct analysis and commentary, where he addresses topics like governmental overreach, perceived media narratives, and the ongoing dialogue around personal freedoms. The conversations in this podcast are built on a foundation of historical context, drawing from the categories of news and politics to inform a deeper understanding of modern events. Listeners will hear a consistent focus on the structures of liberty and sovereignty, often through exclusive interviews with guests who share these analytical priorities. Rather than simply reacting to the news cycle, Professor Giordano aims to connect present-day policies and cultural shifts to their broader implications for free speech and individual rights. The tone is straightforward and dedicated, offering a clear alternative to mainstream political commentary. For those seeking a thoughtful, principled conservative take on the stories that shape the nation, this podcast provides a regular and uncompromising deep dive.
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