Was it a set-up?

[Jolly]

Probably not, but some Swamp education...

https://thefederalist.com/2021/08/02/if-you-dont-suspect-deep-state-provocation-at-the-jan-6-riot-start-paying-attention/

[Copper]

It is well-established by now that U.S. intelligence agencies use informants, lies, and leaks to frame people, causes, and political opponents of the regime.

Since it is now well-established, can we make it go away?

Or do both sides like it too much?