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Gabbard's assertion points to a potentially deep-seated manipulation of American democracy by the intelligence community, aimed at shaping perceptions rather than presenting verified facts. Mulaney expressed support for Gabbard's stance, emphasizing the importance of transparency—stating that people voted for Donald Trump partly because they craved honest disclosure about governmental operations and past controversies, including the 2016 election and even historical events like the Kennedy assassination.