The Charlie Kirk Show The Providential Nature of the 2020 Defeat
Dec 31, 2025
Steve Bannon, former White House chief strategist and media executive, shares his insights on the 2020 election losses, arguing they paved the way for a stronger 2024 comeback. He discusses Charlie Kirk’s pivotal role in the transition team and critiques US-Israel policy, suggesting that current events point towards a potential two-state solution in Palestine. Bannon also addresses the need for full Israeli sovereignty and emphasizes prioritizing domestic issues over endless foreign conflicts, all while empowering youth through civic duty.
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Prioritize Personnel Vetting
- Charlie Kirk played a central role in vetting personnel and shaping policy in the transition and early administration days.
- Work networks and vetting relentlessly to ensure allies with 'the president's back' get placed quickly.
Defeat Fueled The 2024 Comeback
- Steve Bannon argues the 2016, 2020 and 2022 cycles were providential for MAGA's eventual 2024 strength.
- He credits four years of grassroots buildup and precinct strategy for enabling the 2024 comeback.
Preparation Enables Rapid Executive Action
- Bannon frames long-term strategic patience as essential to executing bold executive action.
- Years of preparation enabled a concentrated burst of executive orders and rapid implementation.
