The Betrayal of America: How Presidential Staffers and Congress Risked National Security for the Sake of a Political Charade.

In times of crisis, leadership is our anchor. The American people look to their president to navigate the complexities of global politics, to make informed decisions on matters of national security, and to represent the strength and resolve of the United States on the world stage.

But what happens when that leadership falters, and those in power fail to address the cracks in the foundation? What happens when staffers and elected officials, who are meant to protect and serve the country, knowingly allow a façade of strength to be perpetuated, even as the reality of President Joe Biden’s declining health puts us all at risk?

In a betrayal that cannot be overstated, members of Congress and presidential staffers who were privy to Biden’s deteriorating condition chose to keep it hidden. They allowed the image of a robust, capable leader to persist—while behind the scenes, unelected, unprepared assistants stepped in to make critical decisions in the name of a leader too frail to lead.

This wasn’t just a failure of transparency but a criminal dereliction of duty. It was a betrayal of the American people and a gift to our enemies, who were all too aware that the nation’s leadership had been compromised.

A Deliberate Deception: The Charade of a Robust Leader.

When a nation is led by a president in poor health—whether physical, cognitive, or otherwise—there is an obligation to be honest with the public. This honesty is a constitutional and moral duty necessary for the nation’s security.

But what if the people entrusted with the responsibility to safeguard that truth allowed the country to be misled? What if Vice President Kamala Harris and a majority of cabinet secretaries refused to execute the provisions of Section 4 of the 25th Amendment, which deals with presidential incapacitation?

At the heart of this betrayal is the role of the president’s inner circle: staffers, aides, appointees, and even close members of Congress like House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, who knew the true extent of Biden’s health issues. They had access to private medical information, were witnesses to Biden’s struggles, and understood that the leader of the free world was no longer capable of making decisions with the clarity and mental acuity required by his office. Yet, rather than confront the issue head-on and demand accountability, they opted to cover up the problem.

Why? The answer is not simple, but it likely stems from a combination of self-interest, party loyalty, and the fear of chaos if the truth comes out. The prospect of losing their jobs or being part of a national scandal may have been too great a risk for the staffers. The political fallout could have been catastrophic for Congress members—not just for their careers but for the party system they swore to uphold.

However, to maintain the charade of a healthy, functioning president, they decided to place political stability over the nation’s well-being. They allowed a sick man to sit at the country’s helm while those around him pulled the strings behind the scenes.

Even worse, the Democrats proposed that a literal vegetable be granted a second term. It is an unforgivable sin that can never be assuaged because it is so severe that nothing can lessen its punishment.

The Consequences: A Fragile National Security.

What is the cost of such betrayal? It’s not just about destroying public trust in our political system; it’s about national security. While  President Biden was increasingly unable to fulfill his duties, foreign adversaries were not blind to the growing instability within our government. Every moment that the façade of strength was maintained was when our enemies exploited our vulnerabilities.

Imagine the risks imposed on a nation whose leader cannot act decisively in the face of global threats. Whether it was a failure to respond to rising tensions with foreign powers, delays in military decision-making, or an inability to enforce critical foreign policy strategies, the potential for catastrophe was ever-present.

America’s enemies—whether state actors or terrorist organizations—know when a nation’s leadership is weak or nonexistent, and they will exploit every weakness they detect. In this case, the weakness was not just in the president’s physical condition but in the fact that the people entrusted with our country’s safety allowed this crisis to unfold in the shadows.

By perpetuating the myth of a functioning president, these staffers and lawmakers endangered the country's integrity and enabled adversaries to make their moves with increasing confidence. This was not mere political incompetence but a direct threat to national security.

And the majority of the blame must be placed on Vice President Kamala Harris, who knew the truth but was too weak, incompetent, and, quite frankly, stupid to assert her constitutionally mandated duty and replace the failing Biden. Perhaps that was a blessing because the grossly incompetent Harris was incapable of assuming the presidential responsibilities.

Unelected and Unprepared: The Danger of Outsiders Calling the Shots.

Behind the scenes, those closest to him assumed more responsibility as Biden’s health failed. However, many of these individuals were not elected or prepared for the gravity of their decisions. Staffers, advisors, and political appointees who lacked the experience and authority to lead found themselves calling the shots on matters of national importance.

The perils of an unprepared leadership team cannot be overstated. Decisions made without a fully functioning president—particularly those involving intelligence, military strategy, and international relations—were often based on incomplete information, personal agendas, and political maneuvering rather than the nation’s best interests.

The reality is that these unaccountable aides and assistants were allowed to make decisions that could have shaped the future of America. And who is to say that they made the right choices? Who will be held accountable for the compromises made during those uncertain times?

A complicit media.

The progressive media propagandists consistently downplayed or even ignored the growing concerns surrounding the decline in President Biden’s health, presenting a distorted narrative to the public.

Despite numerous and apparent signs of physical and mental deterioration, these outlets often framed the issue as exaggerated or politically motivated, obscuring the actual severity of the situation.

By prioritizing partisan interests over national security, they failed to address the potential risks posed by a leader whose cognitive and physical capacity were severely compromised.

This media bias not only misinformed the public but also put the nation’s future at risk, as the true nature of Biden’s health affected critical decisions that impacted both domestic and international affairs.

Deflection and deception: the Attack on Trump.

The cover-up of the truth regarding Joe Biden’s declining health necessitated a massive scandal to divert attention and deceive the American public.

In this climate of distraction, the virulent, multi-pronged attack on President Trump emerged as a strategic tool to shift focus away from the growing concerns surrounding Biden’s physical and mental decline.

Trump, as the only qualified candidate capable of legitimately assuming the presidency and restoring stability to the nation, became the target of relentless smear campaigns designed to undermine his credibility and diminish his political influence.

The media’s focus on creating scandals around him served as a calculated deflection from the pressing issue of the president’s health, thus manipulating the public’s perception and distracting from the actual risks. This orchestrated assault aimed not only to vilify Trump but also to preserve a narrative that protected the deteriorating status quo, keeping the American people unaware of the dangers posed by a compromised leader.

A Nation at the Crossroads: The Path Forward.

America deserves better than this. We deserve transparent leaders who understand the duties and gravity of their positions. The betrayal of the American people by those who knew about the president’s declining health while maintaining the illusion of a capable leader has left scars that will take years to heal.

From now on, we must demand better from our elected officials and those who serve in the president’s inner circle. Transparency in health, honesty about leadership capacity, and a commitment to national security must be prioritized above political expediency. The nation’s integrity—and its citizens’ safety—depends on it.

We can never afford to allow another leader to be propped up in a way that endangers our country. The betrayal that we witnessed should serve as a wake-up call, a reminder that our democracy and our security depend on the courage of those who are willing to put the country before themselves. Our nation is stronger than any individual, and it is time for our leadership to reflect that truth.

Bottom line…

The Democratic Party and its representatives have committed an unpardonable sin: they have weakened the United States of America for their own personal, professional, and political gain. By prioritizing their own interests over the well-being and security of the nation, they have betrayed the very people they swore to serve. Such actions are not only irresponsible but dangerously self-serving.

As a result, these individuals should never again hold a position of power in government. They must be stripped of any security clearances, as their actions have demonstrated a profound disregard for national security, and their conduct should be thoroughly investigated to ensure accountability for the harm they have caused.

Lawyers who assisted in these nefarious attempts should be permanently disbarred, and members of bar associations who are complicit in attacking legitimate legal inquiries should likewise be disbarred and lose their jobs.

I would question whether or not any executive orders, legislation, and pardons should be viewed as valid after being signed by a cognitively impaired President.

And for those unconvinced of the danger, consider the thousands of criminals and terrorists who have entered our country illegally under the Biden Administration’s imprimatur.

We are so screwed.

-- Steve