entered US discourse via leftist academic circles who used it to describe the national security apparatus that expanded after 9/11 attacks. (according to Wiki)

Tools such as the Patriot Act.

It is actually a term found more favorable on FAUX News - the news network of the uniparty.

"Never Trumper's...such as Lincoln Project Cultists" do not want to be drained. With their firm hold on the uniparty - they believe themselves to be infallible. Sorta like the illuminati but not quite.