If the “Deep State” does exist, Republicans need to be ferret it out. If it doesn’t, shut up about it. A roundup of editorials Friday takes a look at the issue

Opinions from the right:

1. As walls close in on FBI, the bureau lashes out

From columnist Sharyl Attkisson: Why is the media silent on possible FBI corruption?

2. The conspiracy mindset is lazy, damaging and weak

From columnist Mona Charen: The right needs to get off the conspiracy train and settle into reality.

3. Beware a scorched-earth Deep State retreat

From The American Thinker: Congress needs to hold anyone participating in “Deep State” tactics responsible.