Closing the Deep State Gap: A Proposed Law to Restore Constitutional Order

Tadas Klimas discusses the need for a new law to address the issues of government employees undermining the executive branch, referred to as the "Deep State. " He argues that existing laws are inadequate to hold these individuals accountable for their actions.

1. Problem Identification: Klimas suggests that while many believe high-profile figures have committed serious crimes, current laws do not adequately define or punish such actions, particularly when the sabotage does not involve direct violence.

2. Deep State Issue: He describes a corrupt system where loyalty to the elected president is often compromised by government employees, leading to a struggle between the people's rule and the power of a corrupt bureaucracy.

3. Historical Context: Over time, the power of the president has been diluted by civil service rules and the creation of independent agencies, which has made it harder for him to maintain authority over the executive branch.

4. Proposed Legislation: The proposed bill, titled the "Executive Integrity and Oath Protection Act," aims to create specific offenses related to the sabotage of executive authority. The bill outlines:

• Focus on Accountability: It would hold federal officers and employees accountable for abusing their office by intentionally undermining the executive branch.

• Detailed Provisions: The bill includes various definitions, offenses, penalties, and defenses related to the misuse of power and legal authority.

5. Specific Offenses:

• Abuse of Office: Intentional sabotage through misleading information or evading legal procedures.

• Retaliatory Abuse: Initiating legal actions against officials based on untested legal theories that obstruct their functioning.

• Conspiracy: Collaborating with others to commit these offenses.

6. Penalties and Defenses: The bill specifies penalties for violators, including fines and potential imprisonment up to 20 years for severe offenses. There are also built-in defenses for those who acted in good faith and judicial oversight provisions to avoid misuse of the law.

Klimas emphasizes that the Executive Integrity and Oath Protection Act seeks to reinforce the constitutional authority of the president and restore accountability in government. It addresses the current gap in the law regarding the actions of those who engage in sabotage against elected officials, ensuring that the integrity of the executive branch is maintained.

https://www.americanthinker.com/articles/2026/01/closing_the_deep_state_gap_a_proposed_law_to_restore_constitutional_order.html