In his latest book, "Disappearing the President: Trump, Truth Social, and the Fight for the Republic," author Lee Smith contends that former President Barack Obama has been covertly steering major political directives to counter the America First agenda.
Breitbart reported that Smith’s investigation claims that Obama’s maneuvers are not just typical former-presidential advice but constitute a targeted disruption aimed at a specific political movement.
Lee Smith argues that Obama's setup of a robust "shadow network" has significantly swayed the trajectory of the Democratic party and policies in the United States.
This alleged shadow network includes a mix of high-level politicians, influential corporate figures, major donors, and legal experts, with Obama purportedly orchestrating operations to extend his political ideologies beyond his presidency.
According to Smith, one of the more telling instances of Obama’s influence was the appointment of Kamala Harris as Vice President.
He suggests this was done against the would-be preferences of Joe Biden, reflecting a strategic placement by Obama to maintain control within the current administration.
The role of the vice president, as seen through this lens, moves beyond mere succession and into something akin to steering governmental policy and focus.
Smith’s narrative posits that crucial decisions and appointments within the Democratic party are not entirely the products of present leadership but are significantly influenced by Obama. This depiction if taken as accurate, challenges the autonomy of current elected officials under the Democratic banner.
The author discusses specific incidents pointing to a broader agenda, including direct interactions between Obama and tech leaders.
One notable occurrence involved a discussion between Obama and Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, where Obama allegedly criticized the social media giant's role in the proliferation of free speech which benefitted Trump's rise to office.
Such incidents are presented as part of a larger censorship initiative that began well before current DEI debates and censorship issues became mainstream.
This alleged suppression extended into the handling of COVID-related information and the broader narrative surrounding the 2020 election integrity. Smith espouses that these measures were all pieces of a larger puzzle, orchestrated to maintain a certain control over national dialogue and policy direction.
Further widening the scope of his allegations, Smith relates these strategic political placements to actions taken by various governmental agencies.
He cites the legal troubles of figures such as Michael Flynn and Roger Stone as maneuvers influenced by higher political directives aimed at weakening Trump's position and discrediting his allies.
The scope of Smith’s claims raises questions about the checks and balances traditionally held between various branches of government and the unseen influences that might sway these powers. According to his view, the so-called "deep state" is less of a concern than the targeted actions of identifiable leaders within a structured network.
In his discussions, Smith also touches upon the implications of these maneuvers for future electoral processes. He suggests that a victory for Trump in upcoming elections could effectively dismantle the residual influence that Obama wields over American politics.
These assertions underline the importance of understanding the intricacies and influence of past leaders in shaping current political landscapes.
They also highlight the perceived stakes of forthcoming electoral cycles, suggesting that more than just immediate political outcomes, they may dictate the extent of influence exerted by figures like Obama.
