In a special investigation, 7NEWS Spotlight brings viewers into the world of sovereign citizens. The growing movement includes individuals who have a deep suspicion of the institutions most follow, picking and choosing their own laws. Reporter Ashlee Mullany sits down with the Sovereign People's Assembly of Western Australia (SPAWA), after months of negotiating with 7NEWS Spotlight producer Gareth Harvey. The common theme throughout almost every conversation was COVID-19. Six years on, the pandemic still appears to be at the heart of this breakdown of trust between governments and certain sections of society who simply refuse to acknowledge their authority or live by the rules. *Connect with 7NEWS Spotlight online* Visit 🔗https://7news.com.au/spotlight 7NEWS Spotlight Podcast 🎧 http://smarturl.it/7NewsSpotlight Facebook https://www.facebook.com/7newsSpotlight/ Instagram https://instagram.com/7newsSpotlight/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@7news.spotlight 7NEWS combines the trusted and powerful news brands, including Sunrise, The Morning Show and 7NEWS.com.au, delivering unique, engaging and continuous coverage on the issues that matter most to Australians. Watch 7NEWS nightly at 6pm and weekdays at 12pm and 4pm on Channel 7 and 7plus.