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The Tucker Carlson Show

Steve Bannon Responds to Being Ordered to Prison

Jun 11, 2024
28:19
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Former White House Chief Strategist Steve Bannon discusses his impending prison sentence, attributing it to political persecution. He emphasizes the importance of a populist revolt to defend the American Republic and reflects on legal challenges faced by prominent figures.
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Quick takeaways

  • Unequal justice seen in Bannon's congressional subpoena case compared to Holder's executive privilege invocation.
  • Structural flaws in congressional committees, specifically the lack of minority council and cross-examination opportunities highlighted by Bannon's experience.

Deep dives

Comparison of Contempt Cases: Holder vs. Bannon

The podcast delves into the contrasting treatment of former US Attorney General Eric Holder and Steve Bannon in contempt cases. Holder invoked executive privilege in 2012 and faced no consequences, whereas Bannon's similar defiance of a congressional subpoena led to his conviction. Despite both citing executive privilege, the outcomes differed, shedding light on the unequal application of justice based on political affiliations.

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