Yeah but the “covert operative for Deep State” is a more convenient optic.
Convenient for who? I think a lot of people here need to be asking themselves that question at this time.
Is there a "deep state" acting against Trump? I certainly believe there is. But not in this case.
I actually argue by placing the blame on the deep state for this, via some elaborate conspiracy, instead of placing it where it belongs (either on some deranged Neo Nazi or a guy who panicked, can't say for sure which but it's looking like the former IMO) but instead of considering those real possibilities and instead this "truther" level crap, I'd argue we're playing right into the deep state's hands.
They're laughing at these kinds of theories. Enjoying every second.