Yeah, there's some kinda government "cover-up"....

But, I don't think it's quite as sinister as you seem to believe -

My take is, it's just the usual gov CYA for its own incompetence.

After all, they failed to protect our nation, correct?

So, what else do you expect from these clowns? One of the first lessons you learn in politics, is never admit you've done anything wrong. So, they gotta "re-direct" our attention, is all.